Painter & Decorator
CMS Recruitment are seeking hardworking painter and decorator on a permanent basis to join our well know property maintenance client working across Northumberland.
Duties and Responsibilities: To deliver high-quality painting and decorating works across occupied domestic homes, void properties, and commercial/facilities buildings. The Painter & Decorator ensures surfaces are finished to a professional standard, contributes to property condition and appearance, and supports the organisation’s commitment to safe, well-maintained and compliant environments. Work must be completed efficiently, safely, and with minimal disruption to tenants, staff, and building users.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out internal and external painting using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
Treat damp and mould by safely removing affected areas, washing and preparing surfaces, and applying anti-mould treatments followed by appropriate finishing paints.
Undertake preparation work including sanding, filling, making-good, washing down, stabilising surfaces, and applying primers/undercoats.
Complete wallpaper hanging including lining paper, feature walls, and full-room applications where required.
Repair minor surface defects including cracks, holes, flaking paint, blown plaster patches, and substrates requiring preparation before finishing.
Apply specialist coatings (anti-mould, fire-retardant, metal coatings, varnishes) as trained and required.
Work respectfully and safely in occupied homes, ensuring minimal disruption, maintaining clean work areas, and communicating clearly with tenants.
Support void property turnaround programmes by preparing and decorating rooms to lettable standards.
Follow all Health & Safety policies, safe systems of work, and PPE requirements.
Identify and report hazards such as damp mould, substrate failure, asbestos concerns, or unsafe conditions.
Record job details, materials, photographs, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets.
Provide excellent customer service and always uphold professionalism.
Vehicle Responsibilities
Drive company vehicles safely and in line with UK road laws and fleet policies.
Conduct daily vehicle checks including tyres, lights, fluids, damage, and load security.
Keep the vehicle clean, roadworthy, and serviced in line with organisational schedules.
Report defects immediately and remove vehicles from use where necessary.
Maintain accurate van stock including paints, brushes, rollers, fillers, PPE, and consumables.
Secure tools, materials, and equipment safely in transit and onsite.
Follow policies on fuel use, telematics, idling, parking, and accident reporting.
Behavioural Expectations
Professional and positive attitude when representing the organisation.
Customer-focused approach, respecting tenant needs and circumstances.
High standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
Strong commitment to safe working practices and correct PPE use.
Team-oriented mindset with willingness to support colleagues.
Efficient use of time, tools, and materials.
Tools, Equipment & Materials
Maintain brushes, rollers, sprayers, dust sheets, ladders, and decorating tools in safe working conditions.
Ensure paints, primers, fillers, and consumables are properly stored, handled, and transported.
Use dust extraction, masking equipment, and safety equipment as required.
Ensure van stock is maintained, recorded, and compliant with company policies.
Performance Measures
First-time fix rate and quality of finish.
Quality inspection results.
Customer satisfaction and tenant feedback.
Productivity and job completion times.
Compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
Accuracy of digital job records, photographs, and stock reporting.
Additional Requirements
Participation in out-of-hours or emergency response rotas where required.
Attendance at toolbox talks, mandatory training, and safety briefings.
Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection when working in homes.
Personal Specification
You must have:
Qualified Painter & Decorator (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).
Strong knowledge of modern and traditional painting and decorating methods.
Experience working in occupied domestic properties, voids, and commercial buildings.
Ability to prepare a wide range of surfaces including wood, plaster, metal, previously painted surfaces, and external substrates.
Understanding of damp, mould, substrate defects, and correct product selection.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-trade team.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Full UK driving license.
Multi-trade capability (basic plumbing, plastering, tiling, Joinery).
Experience with digital job management systems and Asbestos Awareness training.
To apply for this vacancy please send across an updated CV!
