Plasterer

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Plasterer to join our growing team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Dover. This is a hands‑on role focused on delivering high‑quality plastering repairs and finishes in occupied social housing properties.

Hourly rate: £14.89 – plus company van & fuel card, 42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday).

• Carry out responsive plastering repairs in occupied properties
• Complete patch repairs to walls and ceilings following leaks, electrical work, or other trades
• Prepare surfaces, apply plaster, and perform bonding, rendering, and skimming
• Repair damaged walls and ceilings, including patchwork and full re‑plastering
• Apply full skims to walls and ceilings where required
• Make good around door frames, windows, sockets, and pipework
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area, protecting residents’ belongings and flooring
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and company standards
• Record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Work respectfully in residents’ homes with a professional and courteous manner
• Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours emergency rota when required
• Provide high levels of customer care at all times

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plasterer position
• Full UK driving licence, aged over 21, licence held 3+ months and less than 9 points
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills, experienced in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day
• Volunteering leave to support community work
• Staff perks through Mears Rewards (discounts, vouchers, share save scheme, etc.)
• Family‑friendly policies
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK;
Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

We are a Disabled Confident Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

All roles are subject to relevant background, identity, and security checks before commencement of employment.

Apply below or contact Francesca Swan () for discussion.