Painter and Decorator
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Painter and Decorator - Planned Projects
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], is looking for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join our Planned Projects team, delivering a high-quality construction and maintenance service across the North West region. Working as part of an integrated team, you’ll carry out a wide range of internal and external painting and decorating works in customers’ homes and properties, ensuring excellent standards of workmanship, customer care, and service delivery.
Salary: £31,533 (pending pay award) | Hours: 39 per week | Location: Suttonfold
Closing date: 12-05-2026
What you’ll be doing:
- Carrying out all aspects of painting and decorating work, including internal and external works, paper hanging, artexing, and remedial repairs
- Undertaking associated trade duties such as basic plastering and joinery to support a one job, one visit service
- Planning and organising your workload efficiently, making effective use of time, materials, transport, and equipment
- Working within scheduled appointment systems and liaising with customers and colleagues to complete works successfully
- Supervising and supporting apprentices, trainees, or other employees when required
- Completing diagnostic and pre-measuring work to identify repair requirements
- Using IT and communication systems to receive instructions, complete work orders, and order materials
- Completing all required documentation accurately and on time
- Driving company vehicles safely and maintaining stock, tools, and equipment
- Managing materials responsibly to minimise waste and ensure value for money
- Ensuring all work meets required quality, customer care, and performance standards
- Following all health and safety procedures and reporting any incidents or concerns
What we’re looking for:
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Painting & Decorating or a related discipline
- Valid CSCS card at the appropriate level
- Full UK or EU driving licence
- Completed a time-served apprenticeship
- Proven experience in painting and decorating within maintenance and construction environments
- Strong customer care skills and a professional approach when working in customers’ homes
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to support continuous service improvement
- Good communication skills with customers and colleagues
- Experience supervising or supporting apprentices
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
- Right to work verification
- Qualification certificate check
- 2x Completed references
- OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
- DBS check (if required for role)
- Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s
Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: Start with 24 days plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 28
- Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
- Financial Flexibility: Aviva pension plan, Wagestream, access to loans and instant pay
- Travel and Transport: Lease car scheme, employee discounts on bikes and holidays
- Continuous Learning: E-learning, workshops, professional qualification support
- Recognition and Well-being: Reward schemes, volunteer opportunities, enhanced sick pay, discounted gym memberships
- Flexible Working: Flexible and agile working supported
- Comfortable Workspaces: Well-designed offices with excellent transport links, employee assistance programs
Interview Process: In-person competency-based interviews at Sutton Fold Office, week commencing 18th May 2026.