Painter & Decorator

Sureserve; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card supplied

Uniform, PPE supplied

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adopt./

Sureserve Benefits Hub

Virtual GP service

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike2Work Scheme

EV Car Scheme

Career growth and development

Job summary

Sureserve is seeking a Painter & Decorator in Aberdeen on a permanent basis. You will carry out internal and external decorating across occupied and void properties, delivering safe, clean, and attractive finishes.

The role involves surface preparation, applying coatings, and ensuring high-quality results with strict adherence to standards. A valid UK driving licence is preferred and NVQ2 in Painting & Decorating is advantageous.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
• Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential).
• Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator, ideally in social housing or similar; attention to detail essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake painting and decorating works within occupied and vacant social housing properties.
• Complete minor repairs to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and other surfaces as required prior to decoration.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with quality standards, specifications, and timescales.

Skills

Painting & Decorating

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

Sureserve is a trusted partner for housing associations, local authorities, and residents, delivering high-quality compliance and energy services. Our focus on energy efficiency, safe and compliant homes, and enhanced quality of life makes us a leader in the industry. With nationwide reach, regional expertise, and a commitment to excellent service, we are well-positioned to support our clients now and, in the future.

Salary: £16.79 per hour

Location: Aberdeen

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40

Working pattern: Monday to Friday

Holiday entitlement: 20 + Bank Holidays

About The Role

Responsible for carrying out painting and decorating works within both occupied and void properties, ensuring homes are maintained to a safe, clean, and attractive standard. Every day will be different as you work across a variety of residential properties, completing both internal and external decorating projects while delivering a professional service to our residents.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll be involved in all aspects of surface preparation, including sanding, filling, wallpaper stripping, repairing damaged surfaces, and applying primers and undercoats to create high-quality finishes. Using your expertise, you'll apply a range of decorative coatings including emulsion, gloss, satinwood, masonry paints, and specialist finishes, ensuring all work meets our quality standards and client expectations.

• Undertake painting and decorating works within occupied and vacant social housing properties
• Complete minor repairs to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and other surfaces as required prior to decoration
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with quality standards, specifications, and timescales

Working independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, you'll take ownership of your jobs from start to finish, completing minor repairs where required and ensuring work areas are left clean, safe, and tidy. you'll also identify and report any additional repair needs, helping us deliver a proactive and efficient service to our customers.

What We're Looking For

Customer service is at the heart of what we do, so we're looking for someone who is confident interacting with residents, communicates professionally, and understands the importance of working respectfully within people's homes. You'll also be comfortable using handheld devices to record work completed and update job information while ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed at all times.

• NVQ Level 2 qualification in Painting & Decorating, or equivalent (preferred but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)

Additionally, you will have proven experience as a Painter & Decorator, ideally within social housing, residential maintenance, facilities management, or a property maintenance environment. A strong understanding of painting techniques, materials, surface preparation methods, and safe working practices is essential, along with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering work to a high standard.

Why Join Us

You'll be part of a supportive team that values expertise, reliability and great customer service. We offer a positive working environment, opportunities for development and the chance to make a meaningful impact, in the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and fuel card supplied
• Uniform, PPE supplied
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• *Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and other family friendly policies
• Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000 retail discounts
• Virtual GP service, available for employees and immediate family
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• *Bike2Work Scheme
• *EV Car Scheme
• Employee engagement events and "Employee Voice" programmes
• Strong opportunities for career growth and development

*Terms/qualifying criteria applies

Equal Opportunities

Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

Reasonable Adjustments

As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact [e-mail]

Pre-employment Checks

Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks with a 3rd party, including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks.