Painter & Decorator

Workshop Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dedicated Painter and Decorator to join their team. This role involves a wide range of tasks, including painting, wallpapering, and repairs in occupied and vacant properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential repairs, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a variety of benefits, including a company van and a contributory pension scheme. If you are passionate about your craft and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Buy and Sell Holiday

On Call Bonuses

Life Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

Contributory Pension Scheme

Reward Programmes

Company Van and Fuel Card

Uniform

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of trade experience, ideally in residential repairs.
• NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of painting and decorating tasks in various properties.
• Ensure high-quality work and respond swiftly to emergencies.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe and workable condition.

Skills

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Plastering

Silicon Application

NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating

Driving License

Trade Experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating

Job description

We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Painter and Decorator with a can-do attitude and flexible approach. Trades persons must have relevant qualifications and broad commercial experience in their core trades with some experience and capability to complete tasks outside their core competency, if they so wish. The operative must maintain a professional appearance and attitude and be polite and courteous at all times. It is a further requirement that all operatives must pass a DBS.

The key activities you will undertake in this role will be a wide variety of Painting and Decorating repairs in occupied homes, buildings and empty properties. The work will include all types of preparation, emulsion, gloss painting, wallpaper hanging, spray painting and artex repairs.

DUTIES

• Diagnose and rectify faults within core and other trades related repair requests.
• To ensure that the quality of work meets the highest possible standards at all times.
• Support all trades to deliver a professional and safe maintenance and repairs service.
• Respond swiftly to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.
• Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising non-productive time wherever possible.
• Maintain tools, plant and equipment in a safe, clean and workable condition.
• Be willing to work out of hours to the requirements of the client and participate on the call out rota.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Be comfortable in dealing with residents, and representatives of our client and be professional at all times.
• Have a practical approach to health and safety, ensuring that you and others are safe at all times.
• Be able to use knowledge and judgement to make the right decisions and find effective solutions to problems.
• Have knowledge of residential Building Regulations.
• Plastering experience would be advantageous.
• Be able to silicon to a good standard.
• NVQ level 2 in Painting and Decorating or equivalent.
• Full current driving licence.
• A DBS check is required before commencement of role.
• Over 3 years trade experience, ideally in the residential repairs sector.

BENEFITS

• Buy and Sell Holiday
• On Call bonuses
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Reward programmes
• Company Van and fuel card
• Uniform
• Employee Assistance Programme