Painter and Decorator

We are currently working in partnership with a local authority based in Cardiff, who are recruiting for a Painter on a temporary six-month contract. The position is due to start immediately, with a high likelihood of the contract being extended. The hourly rate of pay is £21.57 with a van being provided following an initial induction.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in domestic properties.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

Carrying out internal and external painting and decorating works across a portfolio of domestic council properties, ensuring high-quality finishes in line with void and occupied property standards

Preparing surfaces including stripping, sanding, filling, priming, and making good prior to decoration to ensure durability and compliance with specifications

Applying a range of finishes including emulsion, gloss, satin, and specialist coatings to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and external surfaces

Undertaking external works including masonry painting, fencing, railings, and communal areas, working safely at height where required

Completing wall and floor tiling in kitchens and bathrooms, including surface preparation, adhesive application, grouting, and finishing to a high standard

Delivering planned maintenance and responsive repairs within occupied properties, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining strong customer service

Working across occasional commercial and public buildings (e.g. offices, community centres), adhering to stricter compliance and operational requirements

Experience required:

Experience working in domestic properties

Experience in tiling (Beneficial)

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

Painting and decorating (domestic properties are preferred)

Tiling (Advantageous)

Rewards and Benefits:

Vehicle provided after induction

Working hours:

37 hours per week

Monday – Thursday, 8am-4pm, Friday 8am-3:30pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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