Painter Decorator

TN United Kingdom; Egham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retirement living seeks a skilled Painter and Decorator to enhance the visual appeal of their luxury villages. This role involves executing high-quality painting and decorating tasks while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for residents. You'll collaborate with the Facilities Manager and other teams, maintaining high standards and safety regulations. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about creating beautiful living spaces. Enjoy a work-life balance and attractive benefits while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Company pension scheme (5% contribution)

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

50% discount on food and drinks

Guest suites at staff rates

Learning and development opportunities

Access to employee discount portal

Free Healthcare Cash Plan membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in painting and decorating in high-quality environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and reactive painting and decorating services.
• Maintain aesthetic appeal and functionality of retirement villages.

Skills

Painting

Decorating

Wallpapering

Health & Safety Practices

Communication Skills

Education

Formal Training or Certification in Painting/Decorating

Tools

Access Equipment

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The Role

This position will require travel across multiple locations, so a driving license and access to a vehicle will be essential. The post holder will be based out of our St Elphins village in Matlock but you will also be covering our other sites in Ilkley, Edgbaston, and Leamington Spa.

About Audley Retirement Villages

Audley retirement villages are set in unique locations where our village owners can retire in a peaceful and lavish setting. The villages comprise owners who reside on-site within their own private homes and pay a management fee for upkeep and access to services. The village also hosts external customers, and this role is responsible for providing a first-class, positive experience for both.

Role Overview

As a Painter and Decorator reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will maintain the aesthetic appeal and functionality of our retirement villages across a designated area. Your responsibilities include executing painting and decorating tasks to enhance the living environment for owners and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.

Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and reactive painting and decorating services under the guidance of the Facilities Manager.
• Repair surfaces of walls, floors, ceilings, doors, and windows both inside and outside the properties.
• Develop detailed painting plans, outlining work scope, methods, and materials for a professional finish.
• Create and maintain a painting schedule for each village area.
• Address decorative maintenance issues promptly, including touch-ups and repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure surfaces are in good condition.
• Interact diplomatically and empathetically with owners both around the village and within their homes.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and requisition additional items as needed.
• Uphold high standards and document work with before-and-after photos.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, ensuring safety for all.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Grounds teams and support them as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
• Follow health and safety regulations during all tasks.
• Be flexible with working hours to meet schedule demands.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience in painting, decorating, and wallpapering.
• Experience in a five-star or high-quality environment is advantageous.
• Dependable, punctual, with a strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Formal training or certification is desirable but not essential.
• Competence in using access equipment.
• Willingness to work at heights, indoors, and outdoors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices.

Benefits

In return, you will receive:

• Work-life balance
• Company pension scheme (5% contribution)
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 50% discount on food and drinks at our restaurants nationwide
• Guest suites at staff rates at our luxury villages
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to our employee discount portal
• Free Healthcare Cash Plan membership