Multi Skilled Tradesperson

Raby Estates; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle to work

Health plan

Employee assistance program

Holiday buy/sell

Uniform provided

Free on-site parking

Staff discounts

Access to attractions

Job summary

Raby Estates in Tees Valley is seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Decorator to join the Estate Maintenance Team. The role focuses on painting and decorating across residential, commercial, agricultural and heritage buildings, with opportunities to apply broader trade skills to repairs and refurbishment.

You should have a minimum of 5 years’ painting and decorating experience, an NVQ in building, a full UK driving licence and a strong focus on health and safety, quality workmanship and working

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ painting and decorating experience on domestic/commercial properties.
• NVQ in building sector or equivalent qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and strong health & safety awareness.
• High attention to detail with pride in quality workmanship.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Honest, reliable and flexible with a can-do attitude.
• Experience with heritage buildings and traditional properties is a plus.
• Additional skills in joinery, tiling, plumbing, roofing or plastering are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake internal and external painting and decorating across domestic, commercial and heritage buildings.
• Prepare surfaces using traditional and modern methods for high-quality finishes.
• Carry out filling, sanding, preparation and finishing to a high standard.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes and specialist coatings as required.
• Diagnose defects and recommend remedial works.
• Work on modern and heritage properties, including listed buildings.
• General building maintenance, labouring and refurbishment works as needed.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship and manage workload effectively.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and collaborate with other trades.

Skills

Painting & Decorating

Health & Safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Reliability

Driver's license

Education

NVQ in building (or equivalent)

NVQ Level 2 or above

Tools

Own hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Multi Skilled Decorator (x2 positions available)

Liaising with: Estate Management team and other colleagues

Hours: 39 hours per week

Ref: VA245-2026

Raby Estates comprises substantial landholdings and diverse operations across County Durham and Shropshire. Raby Castle, near Staindrop, has been home to the Vane family for generations and continues to grow as one of the foremost visitor attractions in the North.

Owned by Lord Barnard, the Estate encompasses a diverse range of operations and property assets, including heritage buildings and historic estate properties, residential properties across Teesdale, visitor attractions and tourism businesses, in-hand and tenanted farms, sporting enterprises, ongoing restoration, refurbishment and development projects, and a commitment to heritage conservation and the local community.

As part of an exciting programme of refurbishment, restoration and ongoing maintenance works, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Painter & Decorator (Multi Skilled) to join our dedicated Estate Maintenance Team.

Role Overview

This role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of high-quality decorating and maintenance works across the Estate.

The successful candidate will predominantly undertake painting and decorating works throughout a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, agricultural and heritage buildings. In addition, they will utilise broader trade skills to assist with property repairs and refurbishment projects.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Painting & Decorating

• Undertake internal and external painting and decorating works across domestic, commercial and heritage buildings.


• Prepare surfaces using traditional and modern methods to achieve high-quality finishes.


• Carry out filling, sanding, preparation and finishing works to a consistently high standard.


• Apply a range of paints, stains, varnishes and specialist coatings as required.


• Diagnose decorating defects and carry out or recommend appropriate remedial works.


• Work on both modern and traditional properties, including listed and heritage buildings.

Multi-Skilled Maintenance and Building Works (depending on background)

• General building maintenance works


• General labouring


• Property refurbishment works


• Reactive maintenance works

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality workmanship across all tasks undertaken.


• Plan and manage your own workload effectively, including ordering materials and organising work schedules.


• Deliver high-quality workmanship across all tasks undertaken.


• Complete work with minimal supervision where appropriate.


• Identify defects, additional work requirements and opportunities for improvement.


• Work collaboratively with other trades and departments across the Estate.


• Ensure all works comply with health and safety legislation and Estate standards.


• Maintain compliance across all Estate sites.


• Work independently or as part of a wider team as required.


• Undertake any other duties reasonably required.

What we are looking for

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in painting and decorating on domestic and commercial properties.


• NVQ qualification or equivalent in the building sector.


• Full UK driving licence.


• Strong awareness of health and safety and ability to lead by example.


• High attention to detail with pride in producing quality work.


• Good communication and organisational skills.


• Honest, reliable, and flexible with a positive, can-do attitude.


• NVQ or equivalent qualification of level 2 or above.


• Minimum 5 years' wider construction or property maintenance experience.


• Experience working with traditional and heritage buildings.


• Additional trade skills including joinery, tiling, plumbing, roofing or plastering.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

• Own hand tools required.


• Portable power tools provided.


• Access to a wide range of professional equipment and workshop facilities

What we have to offer

• 33 days holiday, including statutory holidays.


• Group Pension Scheme with a 7.7% employer contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice.


• Group Life Insurance.


• Cycle to Work Scheme.


• Health Cash Plan.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Buy/Sell Holiday Scheme.


• Uniform provided.


• Free on-site car parking.


• Discounts at Raby retail and food outlets.


• Discounts for stays at Raby’s High Force Hotel and Shropshire holiday cottages.


• Complimentary access to Raby Castle and High Force leisure attractions.


• Private behind-the-scenes tour of Raby Castle.


• Invitations to Raby Estate social events throughout the year.


• A chance to work in one of the most unique and beautiful estate environments in the region.

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