Painter and Decorator

Hours & Salary

Mon - Fri, 8:00 - 16:30.

Salary is dependent on experience but expected to be in the range of £24,000-28,000 per annum

Staff Benefits

• Group Pension with Employer contributions up to 5%
• 25 days holiday with pay, plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas stand down.
• Access to Apprenticeships Schemes opportunity for further training and qualifications.
• Free Lunches during term time and school holidays (site dependant)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Mileage allowance
• Means tested staff discount
• Access to the Group’s counselling scheme
• Potential use of a company vehicle, once committed to the role

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• NVQ Level 3 in painting and decorating.
• Relevant knowledge and experience
• Clean driving licence.
• Own transport

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Planned refurbishment
• Preventative and planned maintenance
• Preparing, cleaning and filling surfaces using appropriate methods.
• Apply paint, lining paper, wallpaper or other specified materials, using the most appropriate equipment.
• To undertake minor plastering works as required.
• To carry out glazing repairs when required and when appropriate.
• To undertake general repairs or planned maintenance tasks.
• To assist in planning the work, determining suitable materials and equipment according to priorities, the size and complexity of the job.
• To communicate with suppliers on material choices and provide quotations to assist with budget management.
• To keep the Group Head of Estates aware of progress and problems in a timely manner.
• To ensure the area is left in a clean, tidy and safe state during and after completion of work.
• To work with regard to Health and Safety at all times wearing correct PPE when appropriate.
• To use power tools and machinery safely.
• To comply with the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act and all relevant group policies

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

• Honesty and integrity
• Pride in their work with a polite and professional manner
• Ambition, energy, enthusiasm and commitment
• A positive can-do attitude and willingness to be hands-on
• Good communication skills and ability to build relationships
• A desire to achieve the very highest standards in everything they do
• An amiable personality with the ability to work as part of a team.