Painter & Decorator

Fortem Cares; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property maintenance is seeking a skilled Painter and Decorator for its team in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will carry out general maintenance work focused on quality and efficiency, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety standards. This role offers an opportunity to join a values-driven organization that prioritizes a family ethos, looking for passionate individuals ready to contribute to community projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Painter and Decorator is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• CSCS H&S Operative certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance work and replacements according to specifications.
• Advise supervisor when other trades are needed.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Customer service

Time management

Education

C&G Craft Certificate in Painting & Decorating

NVQ L2 in Painting & Decorating

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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As a Painter and Decorator based in Coventry your role will involve carrying out general painting and decorating maintenance work to a high standard with the minimum of supervision, which will include specifically focusing on damp & mould build-up within the properties.

The Painter and Decorator will cover most aspects of property maintenance, taking ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters.

The Project

The Painter and Decorators duties and responsibilities will include the following:

• Completing reactive maintenance work and replacements as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner
• Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required
• Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects
• Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices
• Affording excellent customer service to client representatives
• Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner
• Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times
• Operating within the company’s occupational road risk policies and procedures

Most importantly, you will be joining a values based business with a true family ethos, with our people at the heart of everything that we do.

Essential and Desirable Criteria

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

Essential:
• Demonstrable experience working as a Painter and Decorator
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:
• C&G Craft/Advanced Craft Certificate in Painting & Decorating or NVQ L2 in Painting & Decorating
• CSCS H&S Operative
• Test Certificate + CSCS Blue Card
• Social Housing Experience

Additionally:
• You must possess a high degree of manual dexterity as there will be frequent use of hand tools
• You may be required to work at height or uneven ground
• You must also be able to work within a confined space, without restriction

Fortem embraces diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all sections of the community.

Personal Qualities

At Fortem we look for a balance of skills and experience but just as important to us are your values and behaviours. If you are passionate about what you deliver, and willing to go the extra mile then come and join our Fortem team, and become a great ambassador of our business.