HMS, part of Torus Group, is looking for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join our Planned Projects team, delivering a high-quality construction and maintenance service across the North West region. Working as part of an integrated team, you’ll carry out a wide range of internal and external painting and decorating works in customers’ homes and properties, ensuring excellent standards of workmanship, customer care, and service delivery.
What you’ll be doing:
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Carrying out all aspects of painting and decorating work, including internal and external works, paper hanging, artexing, and remedial repairs
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Undertaking associated trade duties such as basic plastering and joinery to support a one job, one visit service
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Planning and organising your workload efficiently, making effective use of time, materials, transport, and equipment
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Working within scheduled appointment systems and liaising with customers and colleagues to complete works successfully
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Supervising and supporting apprentices, trainees, or other employees when required
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Completing diagnostic and pre-measuring work to identify repair requirements
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Using IT and communication systems to receive instructions, complete work orders, and order materials
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Completing all required documentation accurately and on time
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Driving company vehicles safely and maintaining stock, tools, and equipment
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Managing materials responsibly to minimise waste and ensure value for money
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Ensuring all work meets required quality, customer care, and performance standards
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Following all health and safety procedures and reporting any incidents or concerns
What we’re looking for:
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Painting & Decorating or a related discipline
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Valid CSCS card at the appropriate level
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Full UK or EU driving licence
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Completed a time-served apprenticeship
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Proven experience in painting and decorating within maintenance and construction environments
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Strong customer care skills and a professional approach when working in customers’ homes
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervisio
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A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to support continuous service improvement
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Good communication skills with customers and colleagues
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Experience supervising or supporting apprentices
Interview Process:
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Candidates will undergo in-person interviews, consisting of a competency-based interview. Interviews will take place at our Sutton Fold Office, week commencing 18th May 2026.
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
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Right to work verification
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Qualification certificate check
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2x Completed references
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OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
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DBS check (if required for role)
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Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
