Multi Skilled Operative

Painter & Decorator – Multi‑Skilled Operative

Location: Dartford

Contract type: Full‑time, permanent (42.5 hours per week)

Salary: Up to £42,840.00 per annum

Benefits: Company van, fuel card, training & development, staff rewards.

You will be working across occupied residential properties, responding to day‑to‑day repair requests. Your ability to adapt, problem‑solve, and deliver excellent customer service will be key to your success. This is a hands‑on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for detail. You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards. You will work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, helping return properties to a lettable or livable condition efficiently and to a high standard.

• Preparing and painting internal surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, and woodwork
• Applying emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes with care and accuracy
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing where required
• Carrying out external painting at height using ladders, including fascia boards and soffits
• Performing damp & mould treatment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations
• Supporting void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks
• Conducting snagging and touch‑up work following other trades
• Maintaining tools, equipment and company vehicle to a high standard
• Communicating professionally with tenants, clients and colleagues
• Completing job records and documentation accurately and on time
• Working flexibly to meet deadlines and service expectations

• Proven experience in painting and decorating, including wallpapering
• Experience in damp & mould treatments
• Ability to work at height and use ladders safely
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices
• Own hand tools required
• Full UK driving licence

• 25 days annual leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
• Mears Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for personal and work‑related issues
• Long service leave – recognition for your commitment over time
• Save & Earn scheme – buy shares at a reduced rate
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform provided

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work in the UK;
Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for over three months, and have less than nine points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant background, identity & security checks before commencement of employment.

To apply, please contact Laura Bourne at  If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you every step of the way.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer and value equity. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We also support veterans transitioning into civilian careers.