General Operative

About the role

We are looking for a General Operative to join our Milton Keynes team, supporting groundworkers and trade colleagues to deliver high‑quality repairs and refurbishment works to housing properties. This hands‑on role is suited to someone with construction experience who takes pride in their work and values delivering excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Working alongside groundworkers and other trades
• Mixing cement and loading materials such as bricks
• Sweeping, tidying and maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Assisting other trades as required
• Undertaking construction, repair and maintenance tasks to agreed standards
• Ensuring health and safety requirements are followed at all times
• Using a handheld device to complete worksheets, timesheets and record works
• Collecting and managing materials and van stock as required

Required profile

• Knowledge and experience within construction
• Understanding of building materials
• Experience working in occupied homes
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
• Commitment to high standards of health and safety
• Full UK driving licence (desirable)

Required skills

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company‑wide Mears Fun Day
• Volunteering leave to support community initiatives
• Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
• Access to confidential EAP counselling and wellbeing support
• Family‑friendly policies and flexible working support
• Share Save and You Earn schemes