Maintenance Operative Painter - Grampian

Scottish Prison Service; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Maintenance Operative Painter. The role involves carrying out painting and decoration works, supporting maintenance tasks, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. Candidates should have significant experience in painting and a sound knowledge of health and safety protocols. A minimum of two National 5 qualifications, including Maths and English, is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two National 5's with Maths and English.
• Experience in painting and decoration work.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation.

Responsibilities

• Primarily carry out commercial and domestic painting.
• Support Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist with minor repairs in plumbing and electrical.

Skills

Painting and decoration experience

Basic engineering maintenance

Tool and equipment handling

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

Minimum of two National 5's including Maths and English

Job description

Maintenance Operative Painter - Grampian

Vacancy Type Permanent

Location HMP & YOI Grampian

Pay Band B

Closing Date

12/11/2025, 10:00

Hours of work Normal Office Hours

Full or Part Time Full-Time

Weekly Hours 35

Job Purpose: The Maintenance Operative – Painter will support the Estates Maintenance Team by primarily carrying out painting and decoration works but will also assist staff to undertake basic routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM), repair tasks, housekeeping and cleaning duties. Work will be carried out to pre-set timescales, technical direction and standards.

Responsibilities

• Primarily carry out commercial and domestic painting and decoration works throughout the prison site and the college adjacent.
• Carry out allocated tasks to support the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules including assisting Estates Maintenance staff, building fabric inspections, fire systems and equipment maintenance testing and inspection, PAT Testing and Cell Certification. Complete all required documentation accurately and timeously. This work will be done under the direction of a competent engineer.
• Maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment through regular housekeeping and hazard identification. Take a personal responsibility for reporting any dangers/deficiencies.
• Undertake other routine work such as minor repair tasks on electrical, plumbing, building. Training will be given where the necessary skills do not exist.
• Assisting with the escorting of specialist external contractors when required.
• Carry out housekeeping / cleaning duties.

Person Specification

SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Competencies for Success Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are eight, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them, you will be assessed on those identified as key to role.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum of two National 5's, including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience of practical or manual working (including painting).

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

• Experience in carrying out painting and decoration work, basic engineering planned maintenance, repair tasks; please provide examples of your experience
• Skills and experience in using and handling tools and equipment; please provide examples of your experience
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and Safe Systems of Work; please provide evidence to demonstrate your knowledge