Painter and Decorator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent position

Competitive pay

Hands-on working environment

Premium luxury unit projects

Job summary

Your Retreats Ltd in the United Kingdom manufactures premium luxury lodges and bespoke units. We seek a skilled painter and decorator to finish walls, ceilings, trims and woodwork to an exceptional standard before leaving the factory.

You will work in a fast-paced production environment, following health and safety guidelines, with a focus on precision, quality finishes, and meeting production deadlines on high-end projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a painter and decorator, ideally in new-build or luxury interiors.
• Excellent cutting-in skills and neat brush/roller finish.
• Strong preparation skills: filling, sanding, caulking.
• Good understanding of paints, primers, stains, varnishes and application techniques.
• Keen eye for detail and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare walls, ceilings, trims, skirting, architraves and woodwork for decoration.
• Fill, sand and caulk surfaces to achieve a smooth base.
• Cut in and apply paints by brush and roller to a high-end finish.
• Apply stains, varnishes and finishes to timber as required.
• Carry out snagging, touch-ups and quality checks before units leave the factory.
• Protect finished surfaces and keep area clean and safe.
• Work with production team to meet build schedules and deadlines.
• Follow health and safety procedures and product guidelines.

Skills

Painter & decorator

Cutting-in skills

Preparation skills

Paints & varnishes knowledge

Detail oriented

Reliable & organized

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

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