Painter and Decorator

Mears Group; Dover; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Training & development

Staff rewards

Long service leave

Share Save and You Earn scheme

Uniform provided

Job summary

Mears Group in Dover is seeking a skilled Painter & Decorator to join our team. You’ll carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, supporting responsive maintenance works. This is a hands-on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for detail.

You’ll prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and ensure all work meets safety and quality standards. You’ll work independently and as part of a maintenance team to return properties to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in painting and decorating.
• Experience with wallpapering where required.
• Experience with damp & mould treatments.
• Ability to work at height and with ladders safely.
• Good health & safety awareness and practices.

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 and upkeep of properties.
• Maintaining tools, equipment and company vehicle to a high standard.

Skills

Painting & decorating

Wallpapering

Damp & mould treatments

Work at height

Health & safety awareness

Independence / teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

**Painter & Decorator****Location: Dover****Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (42.5 hours per week)****Salary: £31,912.40 per annum****Benefits: Company van, fuel card, training & development, staff rewards****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.**About the Role**We’re looking for a skilled Painter & Decorator to join our team in Dover.You’ll carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, supporting responsive maintenance works.This is a hands-on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for 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.**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**Role 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* Full UK driving license**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**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.**