Painter & Decorator - Maintenance Team

Hodson Bay Hotel; Barry More; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym & swimming pool access

Career development opportunities

Meals provided while on duty

Free parking

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone is seeking a Painter & Decorator to join our Maintenance Team. The role focuses on high-quality interior and exterior decorating to keep guests and staff in a safe, comfortable environment.

You will work weekdays 8:00–4:30, with weekends off, carrying out prep, painting, repairs and maintaining tools. Strong attention to detail and health & safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous painting & decorating experience.
• Good attention to detail and pride in high-quality finishes.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong awareness of health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out internal and external painting and decorating across the property.
• Prepare surfaces for painting (sanding, filling, priming, cleaning).
• Apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and finishes with appropriate tools.
• Complete minor repairs to walls, ceilings, woodwork and fixtures before decorating.
• Inspect areas and identify redecoration or repair needs.

Skills

Painting & decorating

Maintenance

Health & safety

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Painter & Decorator to join our Maintenance Team.

This role is key to ensuring our property is maintained to a high standard, creating a safe, comfortable and well-presented environment for guests and staff.

Hours

• Full-time, Monday to Friday - Weekends off
• 8.00am - 4.30pm

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out internal and external painting and decorating works across the property
• Prepare surfaces for painting (sanding, filling, priming, cleaning)
• Apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes using appropriate tools and equipment
• Complete minor repairs to walls, ceilings, woodwork and fixtures prior to decorating
• Conduct routine inspections and identify areas requiring repair or redecoration
• Maintain tools, materials and workspaces in a clean and safe condition
• Follow all health & safety procedures when using equipment, ladders and materials
• Work closely with the wider maintenance team on general upkeep and projects
• Assist with other general maintenance duties as required

Requirements

• Previous experience in painting & decorating or general maintenance
• Good attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality finishes
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong awareness of health & safety practices
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach
• Ability to work across multiple properties within the hotel group in the Athlone region

Why work with us?

• Achieved 'Excellent Employer' (Gold) Award as part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme
• Complimentary use of Hodson Bay Hotel's Gym & Swimming Pool
• Career Development Opportunities
• Meals provided while on Duty
• Free Parking
• Hotel Discounts across the Hodson Bay Group
• Motivational Benefits - Employee of the Month etc
• Health & Wellness Programme
• Subsidised staff taxi service - Athlone town

As a member of the Hodson Bay Group, the Hodson Bay Hotel thrives in providing many development opportunities for motivated driven & efficient employee's across all our departments. As a people-centric hotel group, every day we aim to foster a positive team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. We encourage this through mutual respect & trust amongst colleagues.

The Hodson Bay Group is an equal opportunities employer