Painter/Decorator

Amey; Cleeve Prior; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration with annual reviews

Career growth opportunities

Fully funded training programs

Holidays 24 days + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Job summary

Amey is hiring a Painter & Decorator on-site at HMP Long Lartin. The role involves planned and reactive painting across prison areas, with responsibility for tools and materials, and strict HSE compliance.

The job supports the CRED programme, including prisoner engagement to develop employability skills. The post requires NVQ 2/3 in Painting & Decorating, prior relevant experience, and a solid understanding of health and safety.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating is required.
• Previous relevant work experience.
• Good health and safety awareness and risk assessment understanding.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive painting in all prison areas.
• Care and maintenance of tools, materials and company property.
• Comply with Health & Safety policy and directions.
• Support zero carbon programmes where appropriate.
• Ensure health and safety standards across the contract.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Prison environment experience

Education

NVQ 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating

Job description

Title: Painter/Decorator
Requisition ID: 11539
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site Painter & Decorator in HMP Long Lartin.

The standard hours of work

are 39-hours per week, Monday - Friday.

The base salary

is between £28,792 - £33,352 dependant on experience.
At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons.
By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.
Painter & Decorator plays a key role in supporting the Clean, Rehabilitative, Enabling & Decent (CRED) programme. This includes working alongside prisoners to supervise and guide them in developing hands‑on employability skills while contributing to the improvement of living conditions across the prison estate. Through this work, you will help deliver a safe, decent environment and support meaningful rehabilitation activities, contributing to both social value and prisoner development.

What You Will Do

• Planned and reactive paint work in all areas of the prison.
• Responsibility for the care and maintenance of tools, materials and additional company property.
• Compliance with relevant company Health & Safety Policy, instructions and directive.
• This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract.

What You Will Bring

• Qualified to NVQ 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating
• Previous relevant work-related experience.
• Good awareness and understanding of personal health and safety, method statements and risk assessments.
• Comfortable working alongside prisoners.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits

are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Engineering Team Leader or Facilities Manager.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.

About Amey

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What We Do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.