Decorator

PiLON Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PiLON Ltd, part of the United Infrastructure Group, is seeking experienced Decorators to join our team in Greater London. This position focuses on kitchen and bathroom renewal projects within the social housing sector. Ideal candidates will have a CSCS card, experience in domestic work, and basic health and safety certifications. You should own your tools and have a driving license. This is a great opportunity for tradespeople looking for long-term work with a reliable company dedicated to quality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• CSCS card is required for this role.
• Experience in domestic painting and decorating or similar work is essential.
• Basic health and safety certifications, including asbestos awareness, are needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out painting and decorating works within kitchen and bathroom refurbishments.
• Complete retouches and fillings following plastering works.
• Apply first and second coats to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Paint ceilings, walls, and wooden boxing covering pipes and wiring.

Skills

Experience in domestic/similar work

Attention to detail

Good conversational English

Education

CSCS card

Basic H&S certifications (asbestos awareness)

Tools

Own tools (110v or battery-operated)

Job description

United Infrastructure delivers essential infrastructure services across utilities and social infrastructure, supporting some of the UK’s largest network operators and housing providers. PiLON, part of the United Infrastructure Group, specialises in planned maintenance, refurbishment, and repairs within the social housing sector. With over 20 years of experience, we are known for delivering quality work with care and respect for the communities we serve.

Job Description

We are looking for experienced Decorators to join our team working on kitchen and bathroom renewal projects within the social housing sector across South‑West and West London. This is a great opportunity for self‑employed tradespeople looking for consistent, long‑term work with strong earning potential. You’ll be part of a well‑organised programme, delivering quality work in occupied properties while making a real difference to residents’ homes. At PiLON, we value reliability, quality, and professionalism – and we work with people who take pride in doing the job right.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out painting and decorating works within kitchen and bathroom refurbishments.
• Completing retouches and fillings following plastering works.
• Applying first and second coats to achieve a high‑quality finish.
• Painting ceilings, walls, and wooden boxing covering pipes and wiring.
• Protecting furniture and surrounding areas at all times, as properties are fully furnished.
• Working efficiently to complete at least one kitchen and one bathroom per day.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with site rules (fan heaters up to 240V are not permitted).
• Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment in occupied properties.

Qualifications

• CSCS card.
• Experience in domestic/similar work.
• Basic H&S certifications (especially asbestos awareness).

Additional Information

• Right to work in the UK.
• Own tools (110v or battery‑operated).
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (van preferred).
• Good conversational English.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work to deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.