Multi Skilled Operative

Competitive pay

Location: Peterborough

Contract

Start Date:

1 August 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Mears are excited to announce an existing contract expansion with our long-time client Cross Keys Homes. Previously the Kitchen installations have been sub-contracted out and now we are bringing it all in house. As part of our Kitchen Installation team, you'll play a key role in transforming people’s homes, delivering high quality kitchen refurbishments and maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service.

As a Multi Skilled Operative working on the Cross Keys Homes contract, you will carry out a variety of property maintenance tasks including painting, plastering, brickwork, carpentry, tiling, silicone/mastic works, groundworks and minor plumbing in tenanted properties. The role requires delivering high-quality repairs and installations across domestic properties.

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across tenanted social housing properties
• Replacing or repairing skirting boards, architraves and internal door frames
• Installing and adjusting kitchen units, worktops and cupboard doors
• Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks and hinges
• Identifying and fixing minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps and blocked sinks
• Carrying out patch plastering and making good damaged walls or ceilings
• Completing wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing
• Painting and decorating to a professional finish following repair works
• Ensuring all repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Working in occupied properties with sensitivity to residents’ needs and privacy
• Participating in out-of-hours emergency repair rota as required
• Reporting any further works, safeguarding concerns or property issues beyond scope
• Delivering excellent customer service while working in residents’ homes
• Accurately recording job details, materials used and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Maintaining tools, equipment and company vehicle in good working order
• Managing daily workload efficiently to meet service level targets

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades such as carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and 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

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within 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 3 months and have fewer than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

We are a Disability Confident employer and provide equal opportunities for all.