Location: Manchester
Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 4 weekdays, 11:30am - 8:00pm, Saturdays 8:30am - 4:00pm
This role is being supported through the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), a fully funded programme helping people access employment opportunities that contribute to a greener economy. The programme supports candidates into roles across sustainability, energy efficiency, retrofit, environmental services and green construction.
We are looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Painter & Decorator to join a housing repairs and maintenance team in Manchester.
The role will involve carrying out painting and decorating work alongside other general maintenance and repair duties. You will work in residential properties and will need to be confident working independently, delivering quality workmanship and maintaining a professional approach when working with residents.
Permanent position
Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 per annum
Working 4 weekdays, 11:30am - 8:00pm
Saturdays, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Full UK driving licence required
May be required to drive a Transit van around Manchester city centre
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 qualification required
Candidates must have their own hand tools
Practical skills test forms part of the interview process
Carry out painting and decorating work within residential properties
Prepare surfaces, including filling, sanding and making good
Paint walls, ceilings, woodwork and other surfaces
Complete minor repairs and associated maintenance tasks within your skill set
Make good areas following repair and maintenance works
Identify additional defects and report further work where required
Work safely and professionally within occupied properties
Maintain clean and tidy working areas
Follow health and safety procedures and relevant risk assessments
Complete work to a high standard and within required timescales
Maintain accurate records of work completed
Provide a professional and customer-focused service to residents
Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Painting & Decorating or an equivalent recognised qualification
Strong practical painting and decorating skills
Experience working within residential properties
Competent in using relevant hand tools
Full UK driving licence
Good understanding of health and safety
Good communication and customer service skills
Reliable, organised and able to work independently
Willingness to carry out multi-skilled maintenance duties where competent
Previous experience in housing repairs or social housing
Multi-skilled maintenance experience
Experience working in occupied properties
Additional trade or maintenance qualifications
