Plasterer

About the Role

Join Mears Group PLC, a leading UK provider of housing and care services, as a Plasterer based in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire. This full-time, permanent position offers an annual salary of £35,431.23, along with a company van and fuel card. Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm, you will contribute to high-quality repairs and maintenance within occupied residential properties, delivering excellent customer service to improve homes in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform plastering repairs and refurbishment works in occupied homes
• Carry out general plastering tasks including partition building, strapping, plating, plaster finishing, and rough casting
• Complete maintenance and repair works efficiently and to agreed quality standards within set deadlines
• Identify faults and undertake repairs aiming for first-time completion
• Maintain high standards of customer service with residents and stakeholders
• Utilise handheld technology to manage work orders, documentation, and compliance
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and supplies in line with procedures
• Attend training sessions and team meetings as required
• Participate in emergency call out duties when necessary

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in plastering including rough casting
• Knowledge or experience in multiple trades is advantageous
• Possess a full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points and held for over 3 months
• Capable of independently working within occupied properties
• Strong dedication to customer service, quality workmanship, and adherence to health and safety regulations

Benefits and Additional Information

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave with full and half-pay options
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support and counselling
• Participation in Mears Rewards for discounts and cashback at major retailers
• Annual company Fun Day as recognition of employee efforts
• Up to two days volunteering leave per year for community involvement
• Cycle to Work scheme and Share Save scheme availability
• Recognition and long service awards
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 additional days of holiday annually based on length of service
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities within the organisation
• Occupational health support and life assurance equal to one year's salary
• Company pension scheme with contributions (5% employee, 3% employer)
• Eligibility for green car scheme after probation
• Supportive internal forums promoting diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing
• Company sick pay
• Commercial vehicle and fuel card provided

Terms and Conditions

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered. Drivers must be over 21 with a valid UK driving licence held for more than three months and less than nine driving penalty points. Pre-employment checks include background, identity, security clearance, BPSS, proof of address, references, and a valid passport confirming UK residency for the past five years.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mears Group encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and is a Disability Confident employer. The company supports the Armed Forces Covenant and veterans' transition into civilian jobs, demonstrated by its Gold Award recognition. Candidates may opt to share social mobility information voluntarily during application to help the company enhance inclusivity and equal opportunity.