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Facilities Operative
Mears Group Plc
Provider of UK housing repairs, maintenance, care services, development and facilities management
Maintain and support school facilities, handling hard, soft and grounds tasks and compliance.
4 days ago ago
£26,298
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
5,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Property Maintenance
Housing Management
Social Care
Design
Engineering
Technical Services
Facilities Management
+2 more
Sector Specialisms
Housing Management
Building Repairs and Maintenance
Housing with Care
Energy Efficiency Solutions
Public Sector Building
Affordable Homes
Personal Care Services
Homelessness Solutions
+16 more
Role
Description
Requirements
cleaning equipment
facilities management
general maintenance
health & safety
it literacy
statutory compliance
Ability to use cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work to agreed protocols and timeframes
Experience working in school or public building environments
Experience in general maintenance tasks, including basic repairs and upkeep
Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of service
Willingness to undertake training and develop new skills across Hard, Soft, and Grounds Maintenance
Comfortable setting up rooms for school activities (e.g. tables and chairs for lunch service)
Capable of working independently or collaboratively as part of a wider team
Willingness to work weekends and participate in a rota-based schedule
Understanding of statutory compliance duties (e.g. flushing taps, boiler checks)
Positive attitude and professional approach when interacting with staff, students, and visitors
Previous experience working within a Facilities Management (FM) environment
Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting and liaising with site staff
Experience working in a similar role
Basic IT literacy for logging tasks or completing compliance records
Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks safely
Ability to identify and report faults, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly
Basic knowledge of cleaning standards and techniques for communal and specialist areas
Awareness of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
Benefits
Access to EAP Counselling sessions
Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
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!
Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
no visa sponsorship offered; candidates must already have uk work entitlement.
Security clearance
candidates must undergo background, identity, and security checks before start.
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Company
Overview
Revenue Tops £1.13亿
Annual Revenue
The company achieved over £1.13 billion in revenue during 2024.
Founded in 1988
Year Established
The company was established in Gloucestershire in 1988.
Over 700,000 Homes
Social Homes Managed
The company maintains over 700,000 social homes across the UK.
Rapid growth through acquisitions and organic expansion.
Specialist teams provide rapid-response and planned maintenance, refurbishment, boiler servicing, fire safety, and retrofitting services.
Delivers tailored care-with-housing schemes and manages tenancies, leaseholds, and emergency accommodation.
Builds affordable homes, handles capital works, and offers full lifecycle facilities management.
Strategic acquisitions have shaped its full-service housing platform.
Culture + Values
Customer First – We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
Make a Difference – We work with passion and drive to make a real difference.
Be Accountable – We take ownership and are responsible for our actions.
Teamwork – We believe in the power of collaboration and working together.
Integrity – We act with honesty and transparency in everything we do.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero target
By 2050
A commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
50% reduction target
Carbon emissions by 2030
Aiming to reduce carbon emissions by half by 2030.
Sustainable construction practices and solutions.
Investment in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy sources.
Reducing waste to landfill through effective recycling programs.
Partnerships with suppliers to improve sustainability across the supply chain.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% by 2025
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve a gender balance target with 40% women in leadership roles by 2025.
Continuous monitoring and reporting on gender diversity.
Annual training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
Support for gender pay gap reporting and reduction initiatives.
Encouraging flexible working to support diverse teams.
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