Painter & Decorator

Description:

Rg setsquare actively hiring for below position:

Job Title: Painter and Decorator

Location: Salisbury (SP4)

Job Purpose

To prepare, repair, and decorate internal and external surfaces to a high professional standard, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with customer requirements and company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces for decoration by cleaning, sanding, filling, stripping, and repairing as required.
Carry out making good works, including filling cracks and holes, repairing damaged plaster, and ensuring surfaces are smooth and ready for decoration.
Apply paint, varnish, stain, wallpaper, and other decorative finishes to internal and external surfaces.
Protect surrounding areas, fixtures, fittings, and furniture before commencing work.
Select and mix paints and finishes to achieve the required colour and finish.
Use brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and other decorating tools safely and effectively.
Complete external decorating works, including preparation and painting of masonry, woodwork, metalwork, fences, and other exterior surfaces.
Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations, including the safe use of ladders, scaffolding, and access equipment.
Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment throughout each project.
Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and rectify any defects where necessary.
Communicate professionally with clients, site managers, and colleagues.
Accurately estimate materials required and minimise waste.
Report any additional repairs or maintenance issues identified during works.

Skills and Experience

Proven experience as a Painter and Decorator.
Strong knowledge of surface preparation and decorating techniques.
Experience in making good, patch repairs, and surface restoration.
Ability to work on both residential and commercial properties.
Knowledge of paints, coatings, fillers, and decorating materials.
Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Full UK driving licence (desirable).

Personal Qualities

Reliable and punctual.
Hard-working and self-motivated.
Excellent attention to detail.
Positive attitude and professional appearance.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
Health and safety conscious.
Flexible and adaptable to different work environments.

Working Conditions

Working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Manual handling and working at height may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times where appropriate.

Key Duties

Surface preparation.
Making good and minor repair works.
Internal painting and decorating.
External painting and decorating.
Wallpaper hanging (where required).
Woodwork finishing.
Quality inspections and touch-ups.
Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas.
Delivering high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy