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General Operative

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MEARS GROUP PLC logoMears · Walton Park
£28K/yrFull-timeOn-site2w ago
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About the role

We are looking for a General Operative to join our Milton Keynes team, supporting groundworkers and trade colleagues to deliver high quality repairs and refurbishment works to housing properties. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with construction experience who takes pride in their work and values delivering excellent customer service. Working across Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas, you will play an important part in ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard, contributing to first time fix and positive outcomes for our customers. As a General Operative, you will work as part of a local team undertaking general repairs and refurbishment activities within occupied properties.

Responsibilities

  • Working alongside groundworkers and other trades
  • Mixing cement and loading materials such as bricks
  • Sweeping, tidying and maintaining a clean and safe working environment
  • Assisting other trades as required
  • Undertaking construction, repair and maintenance tasks to agreed standards
  • Ensuring health and safety requirements are followed at all times
  • Using a handheld device to complete worksheets, timesheets and record works
  • Collecting and managing materials and van stock as required
  • Key Criteria
  • Knowledge and experience within construction
  • Understanding of building materials
  • Experience working in occupied homes
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
  • Commitment to high standards of health and safety
  • Full UK driving licence desirable

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompany-wide Mears Fun Day to celebrate your hard workVolunteering leave to support community initiativesMears Rewards - discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and moreAccess to confidential EAP counselling and wellbeing supportFamily-friendly policies and flexible working supportShare Save and You Earn schemesAll 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:Beth Dunford () 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.

Additional Information

Annual salary: up to £27,957.20 General Operative Location: Milton Keynes Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent, (42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Salary: £27,957.22 per annum About Mears Group Mears Group is one of the UK's leading providers of housing and care services. We deliver essential maintenance, regeneration, and commercial support across the country - working in partnership with local authorities and housing providers to improve homes and communities.

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