Painter & Decorator

Compass Group PLC; Oakdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services company is seeking a skilled Painter and Decorator to join the maintenance team at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. Your role will involve delivering high-quality painting and decorating projects while collaborating with other trades and managing materials efficiently. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from £15 to £17 per hour, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in painting and decorating roles.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out internal and external painting and decorating.
• Coordinating with the helpdesk and line manager for workload.
• Managing materials and maintaining stock levels.

Skills

Proven experience in painting and decorating

High attention to detail

Ability to plan and prioritise workload

Flexible approach to working hours

Job description

We’re looking for a skilled Painter and Decorator to join our maintenance team at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. This is a great opportunity to work in a unique and rewarding environment, supporting both the main site and Family Forces Accommodation. You’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering high‑quality painting, decorating, and minor maintenance works, primarily focused on scheduled lifecycle projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Carrying out internal and external painting and decorating, including surface prep, finishing, and small repairs
• Working efficiently to complete planned projects to a high standard
• Coordinating with the helpdesk and line manager to manage appointments and workload
• Managing materials responsibly and maintaining stock levels
• Collaborating with other trades to deliver a smooth, high‑quality service
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with risk assessments and health & safety procedures
• Proven experience in painting and decorating roles
• High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively
• Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities
• Desirable: Experience working in military, housing or facilities management settings
• Desirable: Awareness of health & safety practices and risk assessments
• Desirable: Knowledge of estimating materials and time for jobs

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Full‑time position (40 hours) – £15 – £17 p/h (dependent on experience)