Painter and Decorator

Annual salary: up to £33,201.00Painter & DecoratorLocation: RainhamContract Type: Full-Time, Permanent, 42.5 hours, Monday – FridaySalary: £33,201 per annumBenefits: Company van and fuel cardAbout Mears GroupMears Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing and care services. We deliver essential maintenance and regeneration services that improve homes and communities across the country.About the RoleWe’re looking for a skilled and productive Painter & Decorator to join our team in Rainham.You’ll carry out a variety of internal and external painting and decorating tasks across residential properties, supporting both void refurbishments and responsive maintenance works.This is a hands-on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for detail. You’ll be responsible for preparing surfaces, applying finishes, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. You’ll work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, helping return properties to a lettable or liveable condition efficiently and to a high standard.Role ResponsibilitiesPreparing and painting internal surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, and woodworkApplying emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes with care and accuracyWallpapering and decorative detailing where requiredCarrying out external painting at height using ladders, including fascia boards and soffitsEnsuring all work complies with health and safety regulationsSupporting void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasksConducting snagging and touch-up work following other tradesMaintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standardCommunicating professionally with tenants, clients, and colleaguesCompleting job records and documentation accurately and on timeWorking flexibly to meet deadlines and service expectationsRole CriteriaExperience in the above dutiesProven experience in painting and decorating, including damp and mould treatmentAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a teamFull UK driving licenseBenefits25 days annual leaveTraining and development opportunitiesMears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and moreMears Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for personal and work-related issuesLong service leave – recognition for your commitment over timeShare Save and You Earn scheme – buy shares at a reduced rateCompany van, fuel card, and uniform providedAll our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:Olivia Elias (olivia.elias@mearsgroup.co.uk)If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr