Painter and Decorator

Position - Painter & Decorator

Salary/Package - 21,000k - 26,000 depending on experience, Van/Fuel card, PPE & tools, Working Pension, 24 excluding banks, & soon to include Health Cover.

Location / Working Hours - Preston/Blackburn, working the North West, 7:30am-4:00pm, Mon - Fri, half hour for lunch (with flexibility)

Client

My client specialise in all types of Health Sector projects, ranging from full ward refurbishments, change of use, general facilities and building maintenance.

Purpose of the Job

To complete maintenance and refurbishment work, mostly of a decorating nature, although at times work of associated trades will be necessary.

Key Duties

• Carry out pre and post inspections of occupied and empty properties to determine the extent of internal and external painting and decoration required.
• Having established the decoration need carry out the most cost effective and expedient preparation/repair/ application of decorative products,
• Carry out a range of external and internal painting and redecoration tasks in occupied and empty properties whilst achieving a durable and quality finish.
• Prepare and clean surfaces using hand-held power tools and the appropriate methods. This could include scraping, sanding, sand-blasting, hydro-blasting, steam-cleaning; and "burning off" of loose paint; repair cracks and holes in walls and joinery by applying fillers/ sealant. Prepare/sand surface for application of decorative product.
• Mix and thin paint to obtain desired colour and texture as necessary
• Apply paint or other materials, such as stains, lacquer, enamel, oil, varnish, fibreglass, metal coating or fire retardant using brushes, rollers or spray equipment, following manufacturer's recommendations.
• Carry out all necessary administrative work associated with the office team's requirements such as keeping accurate and timely records of all work from receiving jobs through to completion.
• Liaise and work with all other trades providing technical advice as and when required.
• To self-manage and audit all works carried out in agreement with the Operationa Manager.
• To ensure all work is carried out in a safe, proper and thorough manner taking into account Health and safety legislation, Sencat policies, procedures, risk assessments and method statements
• To work safety at heights, internally and externally using appropriate access equipment such as a tower scaffold.

Additional Factors

It should be noted that the above list of duties and responsibilities is not necessarily a complete statement of the duties of the post. It is intended to give an overall view of the position and should be taken as guidance only

We are looking for a conscientious, reliable person capable of working on their own and as part of a team, in a fast paced environment. Progression through the company is possible, with in-depth experience of the role being an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided where required.

If you are interested in this new and exciting opportunity with a growing company then call Ben Gibson on the listed number or ideally email with your current CV