Facilities Operative at Mears Group Plc in Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom | Kablio

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.

Articles

Careers at Mears Group

Our Services

Mears Group Overview

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.

People also searched

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.

Articles

Careers at Mears Group

Our Services

Mears Group Overview