Painter/Decorator

Amey; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career progression

Training opportunities

Holidays 24 days + bank holidays

Job summary

Amey is seeking an on-site Painter/Decorator for HMP Nottingham. The role involves carrying out planned and reactive paint work within the prison, maintaining tools and materials, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

The position includes weekend rota with a 15% allowance, and a base salary between £28,792 and £33,532 dependent on experience. The successful candidate will work in a secure environment under Amey’s facilities management remit, contributing to safer, cleaner

Qualifications

• NVQ 2/3 in Painting & Decorating.
• Good awareness of health and safety policies and risk assessments.
• Comfortable working alongside prisoners.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive paint work in all areas of the prison.
• Care and maintenance of tools, materials and company property.
• Compliance with Health & Safety policy and directives.
• Support zero carbon programmes where appropriate.
• Ensure H&S standards are met across the contract.

Skills

NVQ 2/3

Health & Safety

Prison environment

Job description

Title: Painter/Decorator

Requisition ID: 11856

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site Painter & Decorator in HMP Nottingham.

The standard hours of work are 39-hours per week, 8am – 5pm.

There is a need to work 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).

The base salary is between £28,792 - £33,532 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.

The Painter/Decorator plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.

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

Who we are

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.