Painter / Decorator

BENEFITS

• Full uniform for position and with pool van

The Role

We are seeking a Painter to join us with contract supporting a secure public sector estate in the BS34 area. The role is offered on a temporary basis for approximately three months or longer.

Working as part of the maintenance team and reporting to the Senior Technician and Senior Account Manager, the successful candidate will carry out lifecycle painting and decorating works across multiple operational sites, including administrative and training facilities. The role involves maintaining the internal and external building fabric to ensure safe and continuous operation, while also assisting with approved fabric-related change requests.

Due to the nature of the sites, the successful candidate will be required to complete a security vetting process prior to starting. Once clearance has been granted, full uniform and access to a pool vehicle will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the internal and external building fabric to ensure safe and continuous operation.
• Interpret and work from instructions, drawings, and specifications, setting up new work using appropriate tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintain workshops and working environments in a clean, tidy, and safe condition while working from scaffolding, MEWPs, ladders, and step ladders where required.
• Carry out unsupervised maintenance and repairs, reporting any defects or unusual circumstances to the Charge Hand or Building Manager.
• Ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks are completed in line with maintenance instructions, including producing material lists and recording information in Maximo or similar systems.
• Work in accordance with regulations and safety procedures, respond to instructions via radio or PDA, report delays or issues, and undertake additional duties while sharing knowledge and learning new techniques as required.

Successful Candidate

• The successful candidate will have experience in painting and decorating and the ability to work independently while following trade instructions and specifications.
• They will be able to carry out maintenance and repair works within operational environments and contribute effectively as part of the maintenance team.
• The role may involve entering operational areas such as Mortuary, ITU's, A&E admissions and Operating Theatres after reporting to Trust staff.
• Occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances may occur.

Requirements

• Recognised City & Guilds (C&G), Scotvec (SVQ3), or equivalent qualification.
• Background in painting and decorating.
• Good working knowledge of painting and decorating services, including AMES taping.
• Understanding of safe working practices and compliance with statutory requirements for equipment and services operation.
• Experience using Maximo or similar maintenance management systems.