Regional Painter

A great opportunity has become available for a reliable and skilled Regional Painter / Decorator & Plasterer to join a dynamic regional company recognised for developing and training its staff to succeed in their roles. Based in Hampshire, you will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £32,500 per annum and excellent benefits.

Mountjoy is an expanding construction and maintenance company specialising in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.

With a focus on delivering exceptional service to our clients and customers, the Regional Painter / Decorator & Plasterer position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

Our Company values

We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to:

Present a professional appearance at all times

Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times

Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised

Deliver a high standard of work at all times

We have Integrity, built-in

Our Company Benefits:

31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)

We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year

Company sick pay after 12 months length of service

Life Insurance

Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Employee recognition scheme

Length of Service Rewards

Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)

Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff

You will be issued your own company vehicle and fuel card

Full uniform and safety equipment is provided

Access to a tool loan for all trade staff

Refer a Friend scheme

Key responsibilities as our Regional Painter / Decorator & Plasterer will include:

Accountable for the quality of workmanship, method used to affect the repair, safety of yourself and those around whilst the repair is undertaken, and safe disposal of waste ensuring you are environmentally conscious

Have the right tools for the trade(s) you perform at all times

Always protect the property before starting the work and leave the property clean and tidy having completed the work

Ensure that the quality of work always meets the highest possible standards

Remain polite & professional at all times, and if needed request support from the repairs manager

Support all trades to deliver a professional and safe maintenance and repairs service

Respond swiftly to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently

Keep the customer/office up to date with progress and plans

Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising non-productive time wherever possible

Apply applicable Health & Safety rules in all you do, using risk assessments, method statements and PPE when needed

Maintain tools, plant, and equipment in a safe, clean and workable condition

Using your PDA maintain accurate records of works undertaken with photographic evidence as necessary, reporting any difficulties encountered to the Administrator and /or repairs manager

Complete the repair in one visit where possible and update the system with accurate notes on any required follow on work/trades

Ask your Repairs Manager for assistance when required

Be willing to work additional hours to the requirements of the client on an ad hoc basis

Work within the Mountjoy group and assist other contracts as directed by the Contract Manager as and when the business dictates if necessary

Always maintain your company vehicle in a clean and tidy condition and report any defects to the Supervisor in a timely manner

What we are looking for in our Regional Painter / Decorator & Plasterer:

Time served qualification in Painting Decorating & Plastering

Full UK Driving License

PASMA (desired) or training to be attained

Be able to demonstrate you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work

Have the prerequisite technical, statutory, and legislative knowledge for the trade you perform for the company ensuring you keep abreast of updates and changes

Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry working on historic / listed buildings

Able to use the phone or PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely understanding what information you need or need to provide

Be comfortable in dealing with residents / building representatives and always remain professional

Understand the need to complete outstanding pieces of work and deal with work, completely and in one go

Have an organised approach to meet the demands of Mountjoy in an effective and timely manner

A problem solver and be able to work out what is a proportionate and necessary repair, learning from your previous experiences

Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner

2+ yrs. experience of working in a Property Maintenance environment

Ability to work at height

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Regional Painter / Decorator & Plasterer then please click “apply” now – We’d love to hear from you

Mountjoy is an Equal Opportunities employer and a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are also a member of the Hampshire Construction Training Association.

It is a further requirement that all staff must pass a DBS check