Painter and Decorator

JIM - Jobs In Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester United seeks a skilled Painter to enhance and maintain the appearance of their facilities. This role entails high-quality painting and collaboration with various departments to ensure an immaculate environment that reflects the club's professionalism. Join a supportive team committed to excellence and diversity, and take pride in contributing to a globally recognized institution.

Benefits

Annual incentive scheme

Wellness support and mental health resources

Exclusive discounts through United Rewards

Gym facilities and social events

Enhanced family leave benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
• Experience in delivering high-quality finishes.
• Exceptional colour vision.

Responsibilities

• Carry out painting and decorating duties across club premises.
• Support the Facilities Manager with special projects.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Professional-grade painting tools

Job description

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.

We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Purpose

The Painter will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of club facilities, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and presentation. They will play a vital role in supporting the overall efficiency of the department, contributing to a well-maintained environment that reflects the professionalism and prestige of Manchester United.

The Role

• Carry out a wide range of painting and decorating duties across company premises, ensuring a high-quality finish and consistent aesthetic standards.
• Collaborate effectively with other trades and departments, providing hands-on support to ensure seamless operations and timely project completion.
• Prepare training rooms and event spaces to a professional standard, ensuring all areas are clean, functional, and ready for use.
• Assist the Facilities Manager in delivering special projects, contributing to planning, execution, and on-site support as required.
• Safeguard fixtures, furniture, and flooring by carefully covering and protecting all surfaces prior to painting or maintenance work.
• Perform surface preparation tasks such as sanding, washing, scraping, and filling to ensure optimal conditions for painting and decorating applications.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Exceptional colour vision and a refined eye for visual detail, ensuring consistently high aesthetic standards in all painting and decorating work.
• Demonstrated ability to perform tasks with meticulous attention to detail, delivering precise, high-quality finishes across varied surfaces and environments.
• Extensive knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and surface treatments, with hands-on experience using a broad range of professional tools and equipment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high productivity and workmanship.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of professional-grade painting and decorating tools, including brushes, rollers, spray guns, scrapers, and preparation equipment.
  
  

What We Offer

At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Annual incentive scheme
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
  
  

Our Commitment To You

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 14th July

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.

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