We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Painter and Decorator to join our team at Retirement Villages working across 3 of our villages in the locations of: Henley, Berkshire, Cranleigh, Surrey, and West Sussex. A work van will be provided with tools. Paying up to £33,000 per annum.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the facilities through painting, decorating, and general maintenance work. This role is crucial in ensuring a comfortable and pleasant living environment for our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
Painting and Decorating:
1. Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, filling holes and cracks, and priming.
2. Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, or sprayers.
3. Hang wallpaper, apply textures, and perform other decorative techniques.
Maintenance:
1. Conduct routine inspections of interior and exterior surfaces to identify necessary repairs or enhancements.
2. Perform minor repairs such as patching plaster, replacing damaged sections of wallpaper, and touching up paint.
3. Collaborate with other maintenance staff on larger renovation projects.
Customer Service:
1. Interact respectfully and courteously with residents, addressing their concerns and requests related to painting and decorating.
2. Schedule and coordinate painting and decorating activities to minimize disruption to residents.
Health and Safety:
1. Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
2. Properly handle and store painting and decorating materials and tools.
Record Keeping:
1. Maintain accurate records of work completed, including time spent, materials used, and any issues encountered.
2. Report any significant maintenance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Manager.
Qualifications:
1. Proven experience as a painter and decorator, preferably in a residential or retirement village setting.
2. Proficiency with various painting techniques and tools.
3. Knowledge of different types of paint and finishes, as well as wallpaper application.
4. Strong attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Physical stamina and dexterity to perform manual tasks.
In return we offer:
1. Pro-rota holidays plus bank holidays off.
2. Full sick pay after you have been with the company 3 months.
3. Medicare, after 3 months.
4. Birthday Leave.
5. Pension Scheme.
6. Life Assurance.
7. Discounted Gift Cards.
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