Job Description

Annual salary: up to 34,914.60

Multi Skilled Operative
Cambridge - Cottenham
Full time, Permanent
34,914 per annum + company van and fuel card
With 30 years of delivering market-leading repairs, refurbishment, fire safety and building maintenance services, Mears is trusted to deliver in excess of 6,000 housing repairs daily to a portfolio of more than 1,000,000 homes nationwide.
About the role:
As a multi-skilled operative, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including cleaning, carpentry, ground works, fencing, tiling, splash back boarding in bathrooms, plumbing, and plastering. Your role will involve working in void properties to remove old flooring and lay new flooring, as well as completing carpentry tasks such as fitting doors, windows, skirting, and units, including kitchen and bathroom fittings. You will also handle plumbing tasks, particularly in bathrooms, and perform outdoor groundwork. With a certified core trade, you will support repair and refurbishment works, ensuring high standards and timely completion. You will adhere to strict Health & Safety requirements. Additionally, you will process tasks electronically using a PDA, manage company assets, and maintain stock control. Your versatility and commitment to excellence will be key to delivering quality service and customer satisfaction.
Key Criteria:UK Driving licence Core trade experience in Plumbing and additional trades Carpentry, Ground works and Painting and Decorating. Provide own hand and power tools. Previous experience in a refurbishment background.

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
Benefits we can offer you:25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company Van, Fuel Card and Uniform

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.
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