Multi Skilled Operative

Contract:

Full-time permanent. Salary up to £36,425.30 per annum, plus company van & fuel card. 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday-Friday).

Location:

Margate.

We’re looking for a versatile Multi-skilled Operative to support a busy responsive repairs contract in Margate. This dynamic, hands‑on role involves delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades to ensure residents’ homes are safe, functional, and well‑cared for.

• Carry out day‑to‑day responsive repairs across 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 repairs and minor replacements to uPVC components, including windows, doors, frames, locks, handles, hinges, and adjust openings for proper operation.
• 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 after 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.
• Participate in out‑of‑hours emergency repair rota as required.
• 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 (e.g., UPVC, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• Provide own hand and power tools.
• 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.
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual Mears Fun Day – a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work.
• Volunteering leave – paid volunteering in the community to support our social value commitment.
• Mears Rewards – discounts up to 10% on groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share Save scheme, and more.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform.

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 less than 9 points.

All roles are subject to relevant background, identity, and security checks before commencement of employment.

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We invite applicants to voluntarily share background information during the application stages to promote social mobility; these questions are optional and will not impact your application.