Painter and Decorator

Your Retreats Ltd; Clayton-le-Moors; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Retreats Ltd, a maker of luxury lodges and bespoke residential units, seeks an experienced Painter & Decorator. Join a team committed to clean, hand-applied finishes on premium products, decorating interiors to exacting standards in a factory setting.

Ideal candidates will deliver precise wall, timber and feature finishes with pride, maintain production timelines, and adhere to health and safety guidelines. NVQ in Painting & Decorating is desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as painter and decorator, ideally in new-build, high-end residential or manufacturing environments.
• Excellent cutting-in skills and a neat, consistent brush/roller finish.
• Strong preparation skills: filling, sanding and caulking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare walls, ceilings, trims, skirting, architraves and woodwork for decoration.
• Fill, sand and caulk surfaces to achieve a smooth, defect-free base.
• Cut in and apply paints by brush and roller to a crisp, high-end finish.
• Apply stains, varnishes and other finishes to timber where required.
• Carry out snagging and touch-ups before units leave the factory.
• Protect finished surfaces, fixtures and fittings during work.
• Carry out quality checks and take ownership of your finish.

Skills

Cutting-in skills

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Time management

Health and safety

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Painting & Decorating

Job description

About Your Retreats Ltd

Your Retreats Ltd specialises in manufacturing high-end luxury lodges and bespoke residential units. We take pride in delivering exceptional quality, premium finishes and attention to detail across every unit we produce.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Painter & Decorator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a skilled tradesperson who takes real pride in a clean, crisp hand-applied finish and wants to work on luxury products. You will be responsible for preparing and decorating the interiors of our luxury lodges and high-end units (walls, ceilings, trims and woodwork), making sure every unit is finished to an exceptional standard before it leaves the factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare walls, ceilings, trims, skirting, architraves and woodwork for decoration.
• Fill, sand and caulk surfaces to achieve a smooth, defect-free base.
• Cut in and apply paints by brush and roller to a crisp, consistent, high-end finish.
• Apply stains, varnishes and other finishes to timber where required.
• Carry out snagging and touch-ups before units leave the factory.
• Protect finished surfaces, fixtures and fittings during work.
• Carry out quality checks and take ownership of your finish.
• Keep the work area clean, organised and safe.
• Work with the wider production team to meet build schedules and deadlines.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and product application guidelines.

Essential

• Proven experience as a painter and decorator, ideally in new-build, high-end residential or a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent cutting-in skills and a neat, consistent brush and roller finish.
• Strong preparation skills: filling, sanding and caulking.
• A good understanding of paints, primers, stains and varnishes and how to apply them.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in your workmanship.
• Reliable, organised and able to work to production deadlines without compromising on quality.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating (or equivalent).
• Some spraying experience (useful, but not essential).
• Experience in luxury interiors, lodges, static caravans or modular buildings.
• The opportunity to work on premium, bespoke luxury units.
• A full-time, permanent position within a growing manufacturing business.
• A supportive production team and hands-on working environment.
• Competitive pay reflective of your experience and skill level.
• The opportunity to take pride in producing exceptional finished products.

Up to +18 per hour