Multi Skilled Operative

Plumber

Location: Derby

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary up to 42.840 per annum plus company van & fuel card

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

A bit about our branchthe Task Team (Central) along with our South Team (Based in Essex) and our North Team (Based in Durham) Our team helps mobilise demobilise and support contracts throughout the whole of Mears We provide support for contracts that are understaffed have works in progress that need reducing. We mainly carry out repairs on Day to Day/Response works but we are occasionally used for Voids and Planned also. This means we can work on any contract within Mears who needs assistance our main areas for works are: Birmingham Coventry Derby Leicester Nottingham and Stoke on Trent along with surrounding areas with sometimes staying away/travelling to assist on contracts.

With the Task Team (Central) we are looking to mobilise 12 Operatives 1 Planner and 1 Supervisor to create this new branch within Mears and help assist branches that need it. We are looking to hold 1stinterviews over Microsoft Teams from 2ndFebruary until 13thFebruary. If you are then successful can you please have availability for 2ndinterviews/presentation at our Milton Keynes office on 23rd/24thFebruary.

We will then look to mobilise the team in early April.

Were looking for an experienced and dependable Plumber to join our expanding team supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Derby. This is a practical hands-on role where youll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of plumbing repairs and maintenance tasks in occupied social housing properties.

From fixing leaks and replacing taps to diagnosing more complex issues with heating systems or drainage youll be the go-to expert for keeping homes safe functional and comfortable. Youll be working directly with residents so a professional approach and strong customer service skills are essential.

With a steady flow of work and a commitment to improving housing standards this is a great opportunity to be part of a team thats making a real difference in the community. Were looking for someone who takes pride in their work solves problems efficiently and gets the job done right the first time.

Duties:

• Carry out responsive plumbing repairs in occupied properties
• Diagnose and repair leaks blockages and drainage issues
• Replace taps toilets cisterns basins and other sanitary ware
• Repair or replace pipework valves and fittings
• Investigate and resolve issues with hot water systems and radiators
• Ensure all work complies with current plumbing regulations and health and safety standards
• Record job details materials used and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Remove repair or replace bath panels as part of routine plumbing maintenance or to access pipework for leak detection and repair ensuring panels are securely refitted and finished to a professional standard
• Maintain tools equipment and company vehicle in good working order
• Work respectfully in residents homes maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Identify and report any additional works safeguarding concerns or property issues
• Participate in the out-of-hours emergency rota when required
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
• Provided high levels of customer care at all times

Role Criteria:

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
• Experience in Carpentry repairs and maintenance
• 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 rota

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

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.

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