Handyperson

Description:

Annual salary: up to £33,194.87

Handyperson

Location: Rainham - London

Salary: £33,194.87

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Hours

42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

About the Role

We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Handyperson to join our Repairs and Maintenance team following a recent internal promotion. This is a hands-on role requiring a mix of practical ability, customer service, and teamwork. You'll be responsible for a wide range of tasks that help maintain our properties against damp and mould to a high standard.

Role Responsibilities:
Assisting damp & mould team with mould prevention
Install fixtures such as curtains, blinds and door handles, drawing on basic maintenance experience and a keen eye for detail
Carry out painting and decorating tasks, which require strong organisational skills and a sense of pride in presentation
Fix leaking waste pipes and perform minor plumbing repairs, using practical know-how and a problem-solving mindset
Replace light bulbs and check smoke alarms, showing a proactive approach and commitment to safety standards
Support cleaning and waste collection duties (training provided), with flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills
Work collaboratively within the Repairs and Maintenance team, where strong teamwork and reliability are essential
Deliver excellent customer service across all tasks, maintaining a professional and customer-focused attitude
Communicate effectively with colleagues and residents, using clear verbal communication and good interpersonal skills
Make decisions and solve problems independently when needed, demonstrating confidence and initiative
Maintain high standards of safety, quality and cost control, with a methodical and dependable approach to workRole Criteria
Experience dealing with damp and mould issues
General handyperson/maintenance experience
Experience carrying out UPVC window and door repairs
Full UK driving licence
Ownership of basic hand tools
Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamDesirable
Experience in window repairs and maintenanceBenefits 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
Access to EAP Counselling sessionsAll 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:
Olivia Elias ((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