Multi Skilled Operative

Multi Skilled Operative – Mears Group PLC

Contract: Full Time Permanent

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

42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday-Friday)

We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi-Skilled Oper to join our team, supporting a busy Repairs and Maintenance contract in Ipswich. This is a dynamic, hands‑on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades, ensuring residents’ homes are safe, functional and well cared for.

You’ll be working across Repairs and Maintenance properties, responding to day‑to‑day refurbishment requests that cover roofing, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and more. No two days are the same, and your ability to adapt, problem‑solve, and deliver excellent customer service will be key to your success.

With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving social housing standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the community. We’re looking for someone reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.

Duties

• Carry out day‑to‑day responsive repairs across social housing properties
• Complete roofing repairs, fascia, soffit and guttering
• Replace or repair skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
• General roofing repairs across occupied properties
• 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 (roofing, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating)
• Full UK driving licence
• Previous experience working with roofing repairs
• 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 You

• 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 – support employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts up to 10% on weekly 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 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.

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Francesca Swan (francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk)

If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible 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, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.