Painter and Decorator
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Mearsgroup · London - Tower HamletsPrepare for this interview
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About the role
We're looking for a skilled Painter & Decorator to join our team in Tower Hamlets. You'll carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, Supporting 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. You'll work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, helping return properties to a lettable or liveable condition efficiently and to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Damp & Mould treatment
- 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 in 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 license
Benefits
Additional Information
Annual salary: up to £35,385.44 Painter & Decorator Location: Tower Hamlets Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (42.5 hours per week) Salary: £35,385.44 per Annum Benefits: Company van, fuel card, training & development, staff rewards
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