Hotel Painter & Decorator — Creative Finishes, Growth & Perks

Hilton Gatwick - Arora Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 24,055 - 29,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Uniform supplied

Staff discounts

F&B discounts

Christmas gifts

Friend referral

Cycle 2 work scheme

Merlin discounts

Taste card

Life assurance

Assistance programme

Employee recognition

Long service award

Job summary

Hilton Gatwick - Arora Group is seeking a painter and decorator to enhance the hotel’s interiors and exterior finishes, including walls, ceilings and wallpaper installations. The role is based at the 4-star property connected to Gatwick South terminal.

You will work with the Engineering team to deliver high-quality work, with safety and guest comfort in mind. A flexible approach and prior hotel experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in painting techniques and application methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent time management.
• Strong attention to detail and a creative eye for colour matching and design.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to painting and decorating.
• Physical stamina and ability to work at heights or in confined spaces when necessary.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with guests.
• Extremely flexible approach and willingness to avoid disrupting our guests.
• Experience in a similar role within a 4‑star hotel is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality painting and decorating.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and smoothing them appropriately.
• Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes to walls, ceilings, doors, and other surfaces.
• Install and remove wallpaper, borders, and decorative elements as required.
• Repair and maintain surfaces, including patching holes, replacing drywall, and addressing other imperfections.
• Removal and installation of silicone sealed edges to bathrooms.
• Assist with other duties required to support the Engineering team.

Skills

Painting techniques

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety practices

Physical stamina

Communication

Flexibility

Hotel experience

Job description

Hilton Gatwick - Arora Group is seeking a painter and decorator to enhance the hotel’s interiors and exterior finishes, including walls, ceilings and wallpaper installations. The role is based at the 4-star property connected to Gatwick South terminal.

You will work with the Engineering team to deliver high-quality work, with safety and guest comfort in mind. A flexible approach and prior hotel experience are advantageous.