Jobs in Lympne

Annual salary: up to £33,174.00

Plasterer

Location: Folkestone

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary up to £33,174.00 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

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

We're looking for a skilled and dependable Plasterer to join our growing team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Folkestone. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering high-quality plastering repairs and finishes in occupied social housing properties.

You'll be responsible for a range of tasks including patch repairs, full wall skims, ceiling works, and making good following other trades. Working in residents' homes requires a professional approach, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and respectful environment.

With a steady flow of work and a strong focus on improving housing standards, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that's making a real impact in the community. We're looking for someone experienced in domestic plastering, confident working independently, and committed to getting the job done right the first time.

Duties:
Carry out responsive plastering repairs in occupied properties
Complete patch repairs to walls and ceilings following leaks, electrical work, or other trades
Preparing surfaces and applying plaster, bonding, boarding, rendering, and skimming
Repairing damaged walls and ceilings, including patchwork and full re-plastering
Apply full skims to walls and ceilings where required
Make good around door frames, windows, sockets, and pipework
Prepare surfaces to ensure a smooth and durable finish
Mix and apply plaster using appropriate tools and techniques
Maintain a clean and tidy work area, protecting residents' belongings and flooring
Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and company standards
Record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
Work respectfully in residents' homes, maintaining a professional and courteous manner
Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues
Participate in the out-of-hours emergency rota when required
Provide high levels of customer care at all times
Adhere to all health and safety policies and proceduresRole Criteria:
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plasterer position
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 rotaBenefits 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 UniformAll 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 ((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.

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