Painter and Decorator

Mears Group; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service leave

Share Save and You Earn scheme

Company van, fuel card, and uniform

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a Painter & Decorator in Crawley to join our team working on social housing projects. You will perform internal painting and decorating across residential properties, supporting void refurbishments and reactive maintenance with precision and professional standards.

You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and ensure work meets safety and quality requirements. A full UK driving license is required, and background checks apply; the role is full‑time, Monday to Friday, with

Qualifications

• Proven experience in painting and decorating.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good communication with tenants and colleagues.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint internal surfaces (walls, ceilings, doors, woodwork).
• Apply emulsion, gloss, and finishes with accuracy.
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing when required.
• Exterior painting at height using ladders; fascia boards and soffits.
• Damp and mould treatment where needed.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist void refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles; complete records accurately.

Skills

Painting & decorating

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Ladders

Job description

Annual salary: up to £36,714.65 Painter & Decorator Location: Crawley Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent Monday – Friday 8.00 – 17.00 Salary: £36,714.65 per Annum

About Mears Group:

Mears Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing and care services. We deliver essential maintenance and regeneration services that improve homes and communities across the country. We are seeking a Painter & Decorator to join our team in Crawley where you will work with Crawley Town Council on their Social Housing, Housing Stock! Through excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community.

About the Role:

You’ll carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, supporting both void refurbishments and responsive maintenance works. This is a hands‑on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for preparing surfaces, applying finishes, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. You’ll work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, helping return properties to a lettable or liveable condition efficiently and to a high standard.

Full UK driving license

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Preparing and painting internal surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, and woodwork
• Applying emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes with care and accuracy
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing where required
• Carrying out external painting at height using ladders, including fascia boards and soffits
• Damp & Mould treatment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations
• Supporting void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks
• Conducting snagging and touch-up work following other trades
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standard
• Communicating professionally with tenants, clients, and colleagues
• Completing job records and documentation accurately and on time
• Working flexibly to meet deadlines and service expectations

Key Criteria:

• Proven experience in painting and decorating, including wallpapering
• Experience in Damp & Mould treatments
• Experience in the above duties
• Ability to work at height and use ladders safely
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices
• Own hand tools required

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
• Mears Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for personal and work-related issues
• Long service leave – recognition for your commitment over time
• Share Save and You Earn scheme – buy shares at a reduced rate
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform provided

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply. We are the people behind the smile! At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve.

We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK. Our Values - Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility