Annual salary: up to £30,987.61

Handyman

Livingston

Full Time – 6-month contract

Salary: £30,987,61 per annum

Plus, Van and Fuel Card

 “A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was 30 years ago when we were a small maintenance contractor with a single van; and it still is now we are a truly national company”.

About the Role:

You will have a certified core trade and complimenting this can deliver additional trade activities in support of completing repair/refurbishment works on time and to a high standard in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures.

Take ownership in undertaking construction, fault finding and maintenance repairs aiming for a first-time completion whilst remaining within budget and time parameters.              

Process all activities in association with tasks/works electronically utilising a handheld device (PDA). This includes but not limited to Worksheets, timesheets, photographic evidence of works before – during – after, van stock replenishment, booking of annual leave, vehicle inspections, safeguarding issues, risk assessments and method statements.

Keep all supplied company assets in a good condition in line with the company policies and report to your Supervisor/Manager where damages occur. Utilise existing stock or collect materials as and when required to meet works order requirements, in accordance with standard operating procedures for purchasing and van stock control compliance. Attend informal and formal meetings and training sessions as required. Participate in call out cover if and when required to ensure contract compliance & service user satisfaction for emergency repairs.

Role Criteria:

• Will be qualified in a minimum of 1 trade discipline and having capabilities to undertake works from the following selection: Bricklaying, Carpentry & Joinery, Plastering, Roofing, Plumbing, Damp Proof Coursing, Tiling or Glazing.
• Post trade qualified in each trade
• Good written & verbal communication skills. Numeracy skills. Able to understand & follow standard operating procedures. Able to use a PDA following training.

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

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.

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact Megan at [email protected]

Mears Group recognise our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up. We are a ‘disability confident’ employer.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.