Job Summary

As a painter and decorator, reporting to the Estates Fabric Manager, the post holder will contribute towards a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors, by undertaking practical work tasks associated with the internal and external fabric of the buildings, to the high standard associated with a high profile hospital.

Main Duties of the Job

• Preparation of internal and external paint surfaces, inclusive of washing down, paint stripping, filling and sanding in clinical and non-clinical areas (internal and external).
• Removal of fixtures and fittings to facilitate decoration. Reaffix on completion.
• Room clearance, manoeuvring of heavy items of furniture and equipment.
• Sheeting over to protect surfaces, equipment, goods and furniture.
• Application of various paint coatings and stains, some of which are specialist by nature, using brush, roller and spray techniques, including Porta Flex.
• Preparation of internal wall papered surfaces and application of various paper finishes, inclusive of wide roll vinyl based decorative coverings.
• Preparation of dry lining finishes and coatings, including joint filling and taping for direct decoration to plaster boarding.
• Application of specialist paint finishes to external metal work, inclusive of rust treatments, aluminium coatings, and epoxy based finishes.
• Application of specialist floor coatings.
• Re-glazing operations and making good putty, mastics and glazing compounds when painting or undertaking repair work.
• Line marking of roadways and flooring, to include the application of stencil road markings, line, symbols using spray line and traffic paint.
• Sign writing.
• Qualified to erect and dismantle tower scaffold and operate access platforms.
• Erect safety barriers and signage.
• Ensure safe storage of materials, tools and equipment in accordance with COSHH and departmental rules.

About Us

*Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.*

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden].

Job Responsibilities

• Understand, receive and carry out instructions from Line managers.
• To be able to read, understand and interpret information provided in the form of technical manuals, specifications and drawings, making use of that information in the pursuit of maintenance and application of finished paint, paper, specialist coatings and various fabric products.
• Measuring and setting out for painting and decorating designs and finishes.
• Liaise with clinical staff at ward/department level regarding maintenance tasks, enabling work tasks to be carried out with minimum disruption to patient support services and patient care.
• Act in an appropriate manner reflecting the area the work is being undertaken within e.g. ITU/Theatres.
• Working in locations where there is a heightened infection control risk such as isolation rooms, Pathology etc, where there is a far greater personal risk from contaminated systems and equipment.
• Conduct work duties in an unobtrusive manner, ensuring clinical and departmental staff are made aware in the locality of any disruption or potential noise etc, to ensure minimum distress levels to patients.
• Works flexibly to complete essential maintenance and emergency repairs which may have to be completed outside of contracted hours and takes responsibility for own actions in the absence of Team Leaders/Estates Officers.
• Play an active part in the mentoring of craft apprentices and maintenance assistants and to exchange knowledge and information with other trades, as and when necessary.
• To participate in training programmes required to maintain standards of work and knowledge with regard to modernisation of working practices and technical developments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

• City & Guilds Craft certificate/NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent. Indentured Painter & Decorator Apprenticeship

Desirable:

• Evidence of significant CPD Healthcare building related CPD Knowledge of building construction

Experience

Essential:

• Good all round knowledge of painting & decorating

Desirable:

• Previous experience of working within the NHS.

Skills

Essential:

• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable:

• Ability to manage difficult/stressful situations and conversations.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer name: [Employer hidden]

Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Employer's website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/

Contact: Fabrics Manager Shaun Conway - [contact hidden], [contact hidden]