Painter and decorator

Painter & DecoratorStaines & Surrounding Areas

Salary: £37,120 per annum

Permanent Full-Time

Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment – from executive to operative level.

With offices in London, Manchester and the South West, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales.

We are currently working in partnership with a leading social housing maintenance contractor to recruit an experienced Painter & Decorator to join their responsive repairs and planned maintenance team covering Staines and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation offering long-term career stability, a company van and fuel card, and ongoing training and development.

The Role
Carrying out painting and decorating works within occupied and void social housing properties
Preparing walls, ceilings, doors, skirting boards and woodwork prior to decorating
Applying emulsion, gloss and specialist finishes to a high standard
Completing wallpapering and decorative finishes where required
Carrying out damp and mould treatment, stain blocking and redecoration works
Undertaking external painting works when required
Completing snagging, making good and finishing works following other trades
Supporting responsive repairs, void refurbishments and planned maintenance programmes
Maintaining accurate job records using PDA/mobile working systems
Delivering excellent customer service while working within residents' homes
Ensuring all work complies with current Health & Safety legislationRequirements
Previous experience working as a Painter & Decorator within social housing, domestic property maintenance or planned works
Experience carrying out damp and mould treatment and associated decorating works
Competent in surface preparation, painting, wallpapering and finishing
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Good customer service and communication skills
Own hand tools
Full UK Driving LicenceBenefits
Salary of £37,120 per annum
Permanent position
Company van and fuel card
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and career development
Employee rewards and discount scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Long-term career opportunities with a leading social housing maintenance contractorIdeal Candidate
Experienced Painter & Decorator with a high standard of workmanship
Previous experience within social housing or property maintenance
Experience completing damp and mould treatment works
Customer-focused with excellent communication skills
Reliable, organised and able to work independently
Committed to delivering high-quality repairs and excellent customer serviceTo apply or learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ben Thomas at Build Recruitment.

We take the time to understand your career aspirations and background. Our team provides support, guidance and regular communication throughout the recruitment process. With our commitment to being your career partner, we will help you find suitable job opportunities, offer career advice and provide salary benchmarking