Painter - AR
Posted 1 day 9 hours ago by Carrington Blake Recruitment
Painter & Decorator - South Tyneside Council
Location: South Tyneside
Department: Housing / Property Maintenance
Role Type: Temporary Contract
South Tyneside Council is looking for an experienced Painter & Decorator to support the redecoration of void council properties and carry out anti-mould treatments.
You will be responsible for preparing and decorating properties between tenancies, ensuring homes are brought up to a clean, presentable and lettable standard before new tenants move in.
Key Responsibilities- Carry out painting and decorating works within void council properties.
- Prepare walls, ceilings, woodwork and other surfaces prior to painting.
- Complete filling, sanding, scraping and other preparation works as required.
- Apply paints and finishes to a high standard.
- Carry out anti-mould treatments to affected areas.
- Identify and report any significant damp, mould or property defects requiring further attention.
- Ensure properties are left clean, tidy and ready for occupation.
- Work in accordance with relevant health & safety and COSHH requirements.
- Follow South Tyneside Council's property maintenance procedures and standards.
- Work efficiently across multiple properties where required.
- Previous experience working as a Painter & Decorator.
- Experience of property maintenance, refurbishment or housing works.
- Experience working within void properties or social housing is highly desirable.
- Experience carrying out mould/anti-mould treatments would be advantageous.
- Good knowledge of painting, decorating and surface preparation techniques.
- Ability to work independently and complete work to a good standard.
- Understanding of health & safety requirements when working with paints and treatment products.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled Painter & Decorator with experience in housing or property maintenance environments. They should be confident working within empty properties, preparing and redecorating different areas and dealing with mould-affected surfaces.
Previous experience within a local authority, housing association or social housing contractor would be particularly relevant.
Key Skills- Painting & Decorating
- Void Property Redecoration
- Social Housing / Property Maintenance
- Anti-Mould Treatment
- Surface Preparation
- Health & Safety / COSHH