Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!
We are looking to recruit a skilled Trade Engineer – Painter & Decorator to join our Maintenance Operations team in Coventry.
With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to become one of the UK’s leading social housing providers. Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen
Position: Trade Engineer – Painter & Decorator (Voids)
Salary: £34729
Location: St James Lane, Coventry, CV3 3FX
Hours: 37 hours per week - 8am to 4pm (3:30pm Fri)
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Voids Supervisor, you will carry out maintenance activities, responsive repairs and planned works across our residential, public and commercial properties.
You will primarily deliver high-quality painting and decorating services, while also supporting a range of associated multi-skilled tasks to ensure works are completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
- Maintain accurate job records, documentation, certificates and updates via handheld IT devices
- Provide excellent customer service at all times
- Take responsibility for company vehicles, equipment, materials and van stock
- Participate in emergency call-out and flexible working rotas (08:00–18:00, Monday–Friday, plus out-of-hours on rota basis where applicable)
Qualifications and experience:
- Craft City & Guilds or S/NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating
- Proven experience in domestic painting and decorating
- Experience delivering maintenance services within social housing (void and occupied properties)
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety best practice
- Full UK driving licence
Manager’s Quote:
As a Trade Engineer, your contribution is essential to delivering homes that are safe, secure, and ready for our residents. Every property you complete is more than just another finished job — it represents reliability, professionalism, and the trust we build with every household. Through your skill, efficiency, and attention to detail, empty properties are transformed into welcoming spaces where individuals and families can rebuild their lives. The work you carry out doesn’t just improve turnaround times; it directly impacts people’s wellbeing, strengthens communities, and provides the solid foundation residents need to move forward with confidence.
What We Offer:
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.
Benefits:
- Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays
- Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
- Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
- Organisational sick pay
- Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
- Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.
Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits
Company Culture:
We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people
To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in Maintenance Operations.
We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.
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Closing date: 21st June 2026
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support you through the process
Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified
