Full job descriptionHourly rate: £14.85 Multi-skilled Operative
Location: Dover
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary: Up to £14.85 per hour , plus company van & fuel card
Hours: 42.5 hours per week (8–5 Monday–Friday)
About the role:
We’re on the lookout for a skilled and reliable Multi Skilled Operative to join our team in Dover, supporting a busy social housing contract.
This is a hands-on role focused on delivering high-quality external repairs and maintenance, helping to ensure properties and outdoor spaces are safe, secure, and well maintained. The work will primarily cover fencing, groundwork, roofing repairs, and gutter cleaning, with a variety of tasks across different properties.
You’ll be working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. The role requires someone who can adapt to different types of external works, troubleshoot issues on site, and take pride in delivering a high standard of work first time. Providing a professional service and maintaining a positive approach when working around residents will be key.
With a strong pipeline of work and continued investment in social housing maintenance, this is a great opportunity to join a team making a real difference in the Dover community.
Duties:
*Carry out external repairs and maintenance across social housing properties
*Install, repair, and maintain fencing and gates
*Complete groundwork tasks including concreting, slab laying, and minor drainage works
*Undertake basic roofing repairs such as tile replacement and minor patch works
*Clean, clear, and repair gutters and downpipes
*Identify and report any structural or safety concerns on site
*Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
*Work across occupied and void properties with professionalism and respect for residents
*Deliver excellent customer service at all times
*Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes
*Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
*Manage daily workload effectively to meet service targets
*Participate in out-of-hours emergency repairs where required
Key Criteria:
*Proven experience in external repairs and maintenance, including fencing, groundwork, basic roofing, and guttering
*Full UK driving licence
*Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively across multiple sites
*Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, particularly in outdoor environments
*Excellent customer service skills when working around residents and in communities
*Good understanding of health and safety regulations, including working at height and safe outdoor working practices
*Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record works
*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 thank you from our Executive team
*Volunteering Leave – paid time to support community initiatives
*Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, 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 () 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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