Maintenance Operative - Painter/Decorator

Retirement Villages Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a purpose-driven team as a Painter & Decorator at a leading company focused on creating beautiful environments for older adults. You'll ensure high-quality work while adhering to health and safety standards. Enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Birthday leave

Rewards schemes

Volunteering and wellbeing days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within residential or care environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality internal and external painting, decorating, and light maintenance work.
• Prepare and decorate a wide range of surfaces using appropriate tools and methods.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2

Job description

Here at Retirement Villages Group, we are expanding our Property Maintenance Team and are on the lookout for a skilled and passionate Painter & Decorator to join us on a 12 month fixed term contract. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving our beautiful communities, ensuring every project reflects value for money, professionalism, and excellence.

About the Role

As a Painter & Decorator, you will:

• Deliver high-quality internal and external painting, decorating, and light maintenance work across our retirement villages
• Plan and carry out work efficiently, minimising waste and ensuring value for money
• Operate safely and in accordance with company procedures and health & safety regulations
• Take pride in your work and represent our values with every task you undertake.
• Ensure excellent communication with residents, colleagues, and managers
• Maintain tools, materials, and company vehicles to a high standard

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and decorate a wide range of surfaces using appropriate tools and methods (e.g. brushes, rollers, wallpapering)
• Undertake minor maintenance and remedial works as directed
• Safely erect ladders and tower scaffolds, protecting work areas and maintaining clean, tidy environments
• Work collaboratively with team members and site staff to ensure minimal disruption to residents
• Regularly inspect work for quality, compliance, and safety, addressing any issues proactively
• Support health & safety best practices and contribute to a culture of safety awareness

The Ideal Candidate

• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Painting & Decorating (or a related trade)
• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within residential or care environments
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to health & safety and quality standards

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven team creating beautiful, safe environments for older adults
• Work in a respectful, professional, and supportive culture
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Use of well-maintained tools, vehicles, and materials
• Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking organisation that values its people

In return we offer a number of benefits including, Pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, birthday leave, rewards schemes, volunteering and wellbeing days and much more!