Handyperson

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

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.

• 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 work

• 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 team

• Experience in window repairs and maintenance

• 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 sessions

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 for 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.

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.