Painter and Decorator

Mears Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance service provider in Leeds is seeking a skilled Painter & Decorator to carry out various internal and external painting and decorating tasks. This full-time permanent role requires precision, professionalism, and attention to detail in preparing surfaces and meeting safety standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include a company van and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company van and fuel card

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Long-service leave recognition

Discounts on groceries and holidays

Share Save scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in painting and decorating including wallpapering.
• Experience in damp & mould treatments.
• Ability to work at height and use ladders safely.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint internal and external surfaces.
• Apply emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes.
• Wallpaper and provide decorative detailing as needed.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Support void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Conduct snagging and touch-up work.

Skills

Painting and decorating

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Annual salary: up to 36836.09

Painter & Decorator

Location: Leeds

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent (42.5 hours per week)

Salary: 36836.09 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 Leeds.

You’ll carry out a variety of internal and external painting and decorating tasks across residential and void properties, supporting both void and repairs and maintenance refurbishments and responsive maintenance works vacant properties and communal areas.

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 and external surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors and woodwork
• Applying emulsion, gloss and specialist finishes with care and accuracy
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing where required
• Damp & mould treatment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations and meets specification for the new Awaab law
• 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
• 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 licence

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 for over 3 months and have fewer than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan ( )

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 have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). In conjunction 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 stage 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.