Multi Skilled Operative in Cannock

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary: up to £35,278.74 per annum, plus company van & fuel card

Hours: 42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday)

Location: West London

Company: MPS, part of the Mears Group, offering partnership solutions and expertise in estate management and property maintenance.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi‑Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in the London Borough of Ealing. 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. You’ll respond to day‑to‑day repair requests covering carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and more, while maintaining excellent customer service.

Duties

• Carry out day‑to‑day responsive repairs across void 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 make good 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
• 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

Role Criteria

• 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
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota

Benefits We Can Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day for all employees
• Volunteering leave to undertake paid community volunteering
• Staff perks via Mears Rewards (discounts up to 10% on groceries, holidays, eye tests, share‑save scheme, etc.)
• 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. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant background, identity & security checks before commencement of employment.

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, inclusion and equal opportunity for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and hold a Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.