Painter and Decorator

Annual Salary

Up to £34,280.03 per year.

Location

Rainham - London.

Contract Type

Full time, permanent (42.5 hours per week).

Benefits

• Company van and fuel card.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Staff rewards.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Mears Rewards - discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more.
• Mears Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support.
• Long service leave.
• Share Save and You Earn scheme - cheap shares.
• Uniform provided.

About Mears Group

Mears Group is one of the UK's leading providers of housing and care services. We deliver essential maintenance and regeneration services that improve homes and communities across the country.

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled Painter & Decorator to join our team. You will play a key role in delivering damp and mould remediation services to housing properties within the Havering area. You'll carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, supporting both void refurbishments and responsive maintenance works. This is a hands on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for detail. You'll be responsible for preparing surfaces, applying finishes, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards.

Role Responsibilities

• Damp & Mould treatment in line with Awaab's Law.
• Preparing and painting internal surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, and woodwork.
• Applying emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes with care and accuracy.
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing where required.
• Carrying out external painting at height using ladders, including fascia boards and soffits.
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Supporting void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Conducting snagging and touch up work following other trades.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standard.
• Communicating professionally with tenants, clients, and colleagues.
• Completing job records and documentation accurately and on time.
• Working flexibly to meet deadlines and service expectations.

Role Criteria

• Proven experience in painting and decorating, including wallpapering.
• Experience in Damp & Mould treatments.
• Experience performing the above duties.
• Ability to work at height and use ladders safely.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices.
• Own hand tools required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are the people behind the smile! At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant, and we have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. We encourage applicants to voluntarily share background information during the application stages to help us better understand diverse experiences, which is optional and will not impact ability to apply. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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