Painter & Decorator - #2123417

Painter & Decorator
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £41,964.41 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Four weekdays (11:30 – 20:00) and every Saturday (08:00 – 16:30)
Location: Manchester

About Our Client
Our client is dedicated to constructing and maintaining communities that residents are proud to inhabit. Managing a portfolio of over 12,000 properties across central, south, and east Manchester, they operate as far more than a standard landlord. They are deeply committed to offering the vital services, guidance, and pathways required to help local neighbourhoods flourish. They view secure, reasonably priced housing as the cornerstone of a better quality of life. This is an incredibly exciting period to join their team as they execute their strategic Corporate Plan. They are seeking community-minded professionals who want to help build connected, eco-friendly, and welcoming spaces.

The Role:
In this position, you will collaborate with the Repairs Team to provide top-tier Painting & Decorating solutions across our client's housing portfolio. The focus is on exceptional customer care and achieving a "Right First Time" result. You will handle a diverse range of refurbishment, upkeep, and renewal Painting & Decorating tasks in both occupied and empty (void) properties, utilising a provided company vehicle to commute between sites.

Key Responsibilities:
Act as a professional face for our client, upholding company values and providing stellar service.
Troubleshoot and resolve repair issues quickly, aiming to finish the job in one single visit.
Execute various painting, decorating and property refurbishment duties.
Adhere strictly to health and safety laws, risk assessments, and secure operational methods.
Maximise daily productivity, reduce material waste, and oversee van inventory effectively.
Work reliably across the required 40-hour weekly rota, ensuring absolute punctuality for resident appointments.
Coordinate with management and colleagues to elevate service standards and tenant satisfaction.
Keep precise, up-to-date work records using mobile applications and internal company platforms.
Spot and escalate potential safeguarding matters while looking for ways to improve internal processes.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
A completed, accredited Painting & Decorating apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Painting & Decorating.
Exceptional skills and work experience within Painting and Decorating
Solid understanding of health and safety mandates and regulations.
Top-tier communication capabilities with a background in customer-facing environments.
A valid, full UK driving licence.
Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills, with a commitment to high-calibre craftsmanship.
Due to the nature of the role, the post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check (criminal record check) if you are to be successful.

Benefits & Rewards:
27 days of holiday to start, increasing to 30 days after 3 years, plus all standard UK bank holidays.
An optional scheme to purchase or sell annual leave days.
A true commitment to agile and adaptable working arrangements.
An outstanding 11.4% employer Pension contribution via the Smart SHPS DC salary sacrifice framework.
Company-funded Medicash healthcare plan (Level 1) and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
Access to Perkbox for hundreds of retail savings and wellness tools.
Halfords Cycle to Work scheme.
Partnership with the Credit Union for savings accounts, affordable loans, and financial advice.
Funding for professional memberships and backing to secure further career qualifications.