Painter & Decorator

Regional Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Recruitment Ltd in Leicester is seeking an experienced Painter & Decorator for permanent, full-time, field-based work at customer sites. You will carry out painting and decorating to high standards, prepare surfaces, wallpaper where required, and travel across Leicester and surrounding areas. DOE salary.

The role requires reliable, hardworking individuals with a strong finish and customer-facing skills, with opportunity for training and development within a growing decorating company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years experience as a Painter & Decorator.
• Good knowledge of painting and decorating techniques.
• Ability to prepare surfaces and achieve a high-quality finish.
• Good attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out painting and decorating works at agreed customer sites.
• Prepare surfaces including walls, ceilings, woodwork prior to painting.
• Apply paints, primers, undercoats and finishes to a high standard.
• Carry out wallpaper hanging and other decorating works as required.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and in line with company procedures.
• Working safely, taking all necessary precautions to prevent danger and injury.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and professional working environment.
• Liaising with the Operations Supervisor regarding work schedules and daily activities.
• Communicating effectively with staff and customers at all levels.
• Maintaining excellent timekeeping, as detailed in work schedules.
• Proactively identifying and preventing potential areas of customer dissatisfaction.
• Maintaining a professional appearance and complying fully with company standards.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations across Leicester and surrounding areas.
• Being willing to work additional hours when required.
• Undertaking any other ad-hoc duties as directed by the company.

Skills

Painting

Decorating techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant painting & decorating qualifications

Job description

Painter & Decorator - Wanted - Immediate Start!

Leicester Based | Salary: DOE

Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Painter & Decorator?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Painter & Decorator to join a professional and growing decorating company. This is a customer-facing, field-based role requiring a reliable, hardworking individual who can work independently and as part of a wider team.

You will be responsible for carrying out painting and decorating works at customer sites, maintaining high standards of workmanship, cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction.

What's on Offer:

• Regular work with a reputable and professional company
• Supportive management and clear communication of work schedules
• The opportunity to work on a variety of domestic and commercial projects
• Training and further professional development

Qualifications

Essential:

• Minimum 5-6 years experience working as a Painter & Decorator
• Good knowledge of painting and decorating techniques
• Ability to prepare surfaces and achieve a high-quality finish
• Good attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence desirable

Desirable:

• Relevant painting and decorating qualifications
• CSCS Card
• Experience working on commercial projects
• Experience with wallpaper hanging and specialist finishes

Roles & Responsibilities

• Carry out painting and decorating works at agreed customer sites
• Prepare surfaces including walls, ceilings, woodwork and other areas prior to painting
• Apply paints, primers, undercoats and finishes to a high standard
• Carry out wallpaper hanging and other decorating works where required
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and in line with company procedures
• Working safely, taking all necessary precautions to prevent danger and avoid injury
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and professional working environment
• Liaising with the Operations Supervisor regarding work schedules and daily activities
• Communicating effectively with staff and customers at all levels
• Maintaining excellent timekeeping, as detailed in work schedules issued in advance
• Proactively identifying and preventing potential areas of customer dissatisfaction
• Maintaining a professional appearance and complying fully with company standards
• Demonstrating flexibility and willingness to travel to customer locations across Leicester and surrounding areas
• Being willing to work additional hours when required
• Undertaking any other ad-hoc duties as directed by the company.

Requirements

As a Painter & Decorator, you will also be expected to:

• Complete all required paperwork accurate, efficiently, and on time.
• Ensure all works are completed to the required quality standards and within agreed timescales.
• Communicate any issues, delays or additional requirements to the relevant member of the team.

Health, Safety & Compliance

All employees are required to:

• Comply with all employment legislation and relevant codes of good practice.
• Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated legislation.
• Co‑operate fully with the company and colleagues to ensure statutory and safety requirements are always met.

About Regional Recruitment

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award‑winning independent recruitment agency established 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.