Multi Skilled Operative

Multi Skilled Operative – Carpenter

Location:

Essex

Contract:

Full Time Permanent, 42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday)

Salary:
Up to £38,000 per annum, plus company van and fuel card

• Carry out day‑to‑day responsive repairs across tenanted social housing properties
• Replace or repair skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
• Install and adjust kitchen units, worktops, and cupboard doors
• Repair or replace internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
• Identify and fix minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks
• Carry out patch plastering and repair damaged walls or ceilings
• Complete wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing
• Paint and decorate to a professional finish following repair works
• Ensure all repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Work in occupied properties with sensitivity to residents' needs and privacy
• Report any further works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond scope
• Deliver excellent customer service while working in residents' homes
• Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
• Manage daily workload efficiently to meet service level targets

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating)
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
  
  Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Entitlement to work within the UK (no visa sponsorship offered)
• Age over 21, licence held for at least 3 months, and fewer than 9 points to drive Mears vehicle
• All roles subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day
• Volunteering leave
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards (discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, Share Save scheme, etc.)
• Family friendly policies
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.