Painter/Decorator

Randstad Staffing; Digswell; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected housing provider is seeking a skilled Painter & Decorator for a permanent, full-time role based across Welwyn and Hatfield. The position offers a competitive salary of £31,000 - £35,000 plus a company van and benefits, focusing on improving the quality of social housing. Candidates should hold a relevant qualification and possess strong customer service and workmanship skills.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Discretionary annual bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing, council or housing association environments.
• Solid knowledge of damp treatment methods.
• Full UK driving licence held for 12+ months.

Responsibilities

• Interior and exterior painting and decorating.
• Treating damp and mould issues effectively.
• Supporting multi-trade work such as basic plastering and tiling.

Skills

High-quality workmanship

Strong customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Education

City & Guilds Craft Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating

Blue CSCS Card (or working towards)

Job description

We're Hiring: Permanent Painter & Decorator - Social Housing
Location: Welwyn Garden City -(Mobile role covering Welwyn & Hatfield areas)
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 + Company Van + Fuel Card + Benefits + Bonus

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Painter & Decorator to join our responsive repairs and planned works team, operating across occupied and void properties in the Welwyn and Hatfield areas.

This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team improving the quality of social housing and delivering a first-class service to residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interior and exterior painting and decorating, including glossing, emulsion, papering

• Treating damp and mould issues effectively

• Preparing surfaces to a high standard and achieving flawless finishes

• Working in both occupied homes and void (empty) properties

• Completing tasks efficiently using a handheld PDA device (full training provided)

• Supporting wider team with multi-trade work such as basic plastering and tiling

What You'll Need:

• City & Guilds Craft Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating (or equivalent)

• Ideally holds or is working towards a Blue CSCS Card

• Experience in social housing, council or housing association environments

• Solid knowledge of damp treatment methods

• Ability to deliver high-quality workmanship, first time

• Full or automatic UK driving licence (held for 12+ months)

• Strong customer service skills and ability to work independently or in a team

What's On Offer:

• Company van and fuel card (for work use only)

• Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Health cash plan (including 24/7 GP access)

• Life assurance

• Permanent, full-time role with long-term progression opportunities

• A friendly and supportive working environment

If you're a passionate Painter & Decorator with multi-trade experience looking to work with a respected housing provider - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or share with someone who'd be a great fit!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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