Painter in Fawley

Fawkes & Reece; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Painter for a temporary position in Fawley, offering a pay rate of £21-£23 per hour. The ideal candidate must possess a valid CSCS card and have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Painting & Decorating. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, applying finishes, and ensuring the work area is tidy. Candidates should have a good eye for detail, strong work ethic, and must provide their own tools.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid CSCS card.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Painting & Decorating.

Responsibilities

• Prepare painting surfaces by washing walls and repairing holes.
• Mix, match, and apply paints and finishes.
• Handle planning and prep work efficiently.
• Prepare the surrounding area to prevent mess.
• Move furniture and equipment as necessary.
• Tape off areas as needed.
• Clean up supplies and replace fixtures post-project.

Skills

CSCS card

Painting & Decorating experience

Working knowledge of site health & safety

Good eye for detail

Strong work ethic

Approachable personality

Education

NVQ in a relevant field

Job description

• Role: Painter
• Location: Fawley
• Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
• Start date: February 2026
• Duration:12 months
• Pay rate: £21-£23 per hour
• Fawkes & Reece contact: Leah Goddard (Southampton Office)

The role

• Preparing painting surfaces by washing walls, repairing holes, or removing old paint
• Mixing, matching, and applying paints and other finishes to various surfaces.
• Handling planning and prep work in an efficient manner.
• Preparing the surrounding area by covering with cloth or plastic to prevent messes.
• Moving furniture and equipment as necessary to reach the entire surface of the project.
• Taping off areas as needed
• Cleaning up supplies and replacing fixtures when project is complete.

About you

• You will have all your own tools.
• NVQ in a relevant field is desirable but not essential.
• Working knowledge of site health & safety procedures would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Good eye for detail and be able to foresee any potential issues with the design.
• Strong work ethic.
• Be approachable and happy to work as point of contact when working in a standalone position.

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes

• You MUST have a current and valid CSCS card.
• A minimum of 2 years+ experience Painting & Decorating

What to do next

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please do not hesitate to call Leah on 07521869961 for a confidential consultation.