Painter & Decorator (Social Housing)

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£28,000–£30,000 a year

Liverpool

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This permanent painter and decorator role focuses on preparing and finishing void properties to ensure they are ready for new tenants. The work involves applying various coatings, hanging wallpaper, and completing minor surface repairs to maintain high standards across social housing maintenance contracts.

Best for

Experienced painters and decorators with a background in social housing or property maintenance.

Non-negotiable

Full UK driving licence required.

What you need

Required

  • Painting and decorating

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Surface preparation

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Wallpaper hanging

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Health and safety

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Driving licence

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Customer service

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Attention to detail

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

  • Plaster patching

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Tiling

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Trade qualification

    Clearly required in the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Prepare surfaces for decoration

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Perform painting and decorating

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Hang wall coverings

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Complete minor property repairs

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Record work and materials

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain equipment and vehicles

    Clearly stated in the job description.

What's on offer

Company van
Fuel card
Annual leave
Pension scheme
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Permanent, Full-Time Benefits: Company Van, Fuel Card, Annual Leave, Pension Scheme About the Role On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced and reliable Painter & Decorator to join their social housing maintenance team covering Liverpool and the surrounding areas. This is a permanent role working primarily on void properties, carrying out all aspects of painting, decorating, and property finishing to ensure homes are presented to a high standard and ready for new tenants. The successful candidate will have experience working within social housing, property maintenance, or refurbishment environments and take pride in delivering quality workmanship. Key Responsibilities Prepare surfaces for decoration, including filling, sanding, and making good defects. Carry out all aspects of internal and external painting work. Hang wallpaper and wall coverings where required. Apply emulsion, gloss, satin, and specialist coatings. Complete re-decoration works within void and tenanted properties. Undertake minor repair works to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and surfaces before decorating. Ensure properties are completed to a high standard within agreed timescales. Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in good condition. Comply with all health and safety regulations and company procedures. Accurately record completed works and material usage. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator within social housing, property maintenance, or construction. Strong knowledge of preparation, painting, and finishing techniques. Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Good understanding of health and safety practices. Strong communication and customer service skills. Full UK Driving Licence (Essential). Desirable Experience working on social housing voids and planned maintenance contracts. Additional skills in basic plaster patching, tiling, or general maintenance. Relevant trade qualification or time-served apprenticeship. What We're Looking For We are looking for a hardworking and dependable Painter & Decorator who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes and understands the importance of delivering work efficiently within the social housing sector. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, professional, and capable of working both independently and as part of a wider maintenance team. If you are an experienced Painter & Decorator looking for a secure permanent position with a reputable social housing contractor, we would like to hear from you

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