Luxury Decorating Supervisor – Hands-On Lead for High-End Projects

Size Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarius Master Decorators, part of Size Group, is seeking an experienced Decorating Supervisor to oversee painting and decorating works across projects, on-site coordination, and ensuring high-quality finishes.

You will manage on-site decorators, plan daily activities, monitor workmanship, and uphold safety standards in line with programme. The role requires hands-on leadership on high-end residential and heritage projects.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in the painting and decorating industry.
• Previous experience as a Decorating Foreman, Supervisor, or similar site-based role.
• Experience managing teams of decorators across multiple work areas.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, paint systems and high-quality finishes.
• Experience on high-end residential, heritage or luxury projects is advantageous.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications and finishes schedules.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• SSSTS/SMSTS and CSCS qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate decorators and subcontractors on site.
• Plan daily and weekly activities to meet the programme.
• Allocate labour and monitor productivity.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and finish.
• Inspect areas prior to decoration and address issues.
• Ensure correct preparation and application methods are followed.
• Coordinate with site management and other trades to progress works.
• Identify changes and report them to Contracts/Commercial teams.
• Monitor materials and deliveries.
• Carry out quality checks and snagging.
• Ensure health and safety RAMS and site procedures are followed.
• Maintain a clean, professional working environment.
• Provide progress updates and manage costs.

Skills

Painting & decorating

Team supervision

Site coordination

Planning labour

Reading drawings

Driving licence

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS CSCS

Job description

Aquarius Master Decorators, part of Size Group, is seeking an experienced Decorating Supervisor to oversee painting and decorating works across projects, on-site coordination, and ensuring high-quality finishes.

You will manage on-site decorators, plan daily activities, monitor workmanship, and uphold safety standards in line with programme. The role requires hands-on leadership on high-end residential and heritage projects.