Multi-Skilled Operative
Location: Evesham
Contract Start Date: 1 July 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £36,848.00 + company van and fuel card, with additional opportunities for overtime. There is also an optional out-of-hours call rota, providing the chance to further enhance your overall earnings.
Join us on our new, exciting contract
Mears Group is delivering a long-term social housing repairs and maintenance partnership across the wider Midlands region.
Providing housing repairs and maintenance services across a geographically diverse social housing portfolio covering market towns, rural communities and urban locations, the contract includes responsive repairs, planned maintenance and property services, with a strong focus on customer service, quality and community investment.
Due to continued growth across the contract, opportunities are available for experienced Multi Skilled Operatives across South Worcestershire, North Gloucestershire, and surrounding areas.
About the Role:
We are looking for multi skilled operatives to join our team in Evesham. You will be carrying 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 a delivering high-quality repairs and installations across domestic properties.
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 people who are 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 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
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 targetsKey Criteria:
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g. 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 workBenefits:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Life assurance
Van & Fuel card
Refer a friend schemes
Generous pension scheme and sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Mears Rewards - access to discounts across major retailers, including supermarkets
Excellent training and development opportunities
Annual Mears Fun Day (previous locations include Alton Towers and Drayton Manor)
Volunteering leave - up to two days per year to support community initiativesAll 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:
Joe Monger ((url removed))
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) to coincide with this, 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
Salary description
£36848.00 - £36848.00 per year