Decorating Forman

5 months ago


Biggleswade, United Kingdom Orange Decorating Services Limited Full time

Decorating Foreman

We’re a family-run decorating business specialising in high-end residential homes. We work

across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. We provide services such as,

wallpaper installation, dust-free sanding and other traditional decorating works. We work

in partnership with estate agents, insurance companies and builders, providing interior

and exterior decorating works and property maintenance.

We are seeking an experienced decorating foreman who can organise a small team of

cleanliness and show the highest level of respect for clients' homes. If you're passionate

about delivering high-end craftsmanship, learning new techniques and creating beautiful

living spaces then we’d love you to apply.

This is a full-time role. The successful applicant will need to be available from 7.30am - 5pm

Monday - Friday. Part of the working week will be spent on management duties, including

job set-ups, organising materials to site, general management and snagging. The

remainder of the week will be spent will be spent on the tools - carrying out painting and

decorating work. Overtime/weekend work may be required from time-to-time.

**Responsibilities**:
Organising jobs from enquiry stage to completion stage (quoting experience not essential,

but will be taught over time).

Planning jobs for the team of decorators.

Maintain and organise painting equipment/tools and materials, including correct stock on

vans.

Perform painting and decorating tasks according to client specifications and industry

standards.

Keeping clients informed of job start dates and project progress.

Adhere to project timelines and ensure timely completion.

Advise clients on paint types and finishes.

Look after client homes and belongings by taking necessary precautions.

Build a rapport with clients to ensure they’re comfortable in their surroundings.

Quality control - ensuring all jobs are completed on time and to specification.

Non-Essential Requirements

Experience with construction industry job management software, e.g. Tradify, Job Logic,

Service M8, or similar.

Quoting experience.

Mentoring apprentices.

Must Have Requirements

Ability to manage a team of decorators, including raising issues with the standard

of work in an professional and constructive manner.

Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Strong communication skills.

Excellent time management abilities.

Valid driving license and reliable transportation.

Own tools and equipment.

Proven experience in residential painting and decorating (over 10 years).

CIS registered.

Full UK driving licence.

Application Process

Updated CV (if available)

Portfolio (if available)

Brief cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the position.

On-site trial and interview

interviews. Thank you for considering joining our family-run decorating business. We look

**Job Types**: Full-time

**Salary**: £160.00-£185.00 per day

Schedule:
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5pm

Some overtime / weekend work

Application question(s):
Why are you interested in this role?

Are you a registered subcontractor?

Do you have professional and/or public liability insurance?

**Experience**:
Painting and decorating: 10 years (preferred)

**Language**:
English (required)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

**Salary**: From £22.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Loyalty bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Biggleswade, Bedfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person