Overview
Are you ready to take pride in your trade and make a real difference in your community? We’re looking for a Trade Skilled Operative – Painter & Decorator at Freebridge Community Housing to join our dedicated Property Services team. In this field-based role, you’ll carry out a variety of maintenance and construction tasks, using your trade expertise to deliver high-quality work that meets the Freebridge Standard and exceeds customer expectations.
About Freebridge Community Housing: Our Freebridge Community Housing goal is to provide affordable, safe, and quality homes for current and future generations, for those who need a place to call home. Freebridge was set up in 2006, to receive the transfer of the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk’s housing stock. We now have over 7500 properties across west and north Norfolk, in addition to building new homes for social and affordable rent, and to support those who want to move into shared home ownership. We’ve had numerous achievements, including delivering our tenants\' promises and bringing homes to the Decent Homes Standard, affording our customers a much better quality of living. At Freebridge, we live by our values: Belong, Own It, Think Customer, One Team One Purpose, and Be the Change.
What you’ll be doing
* Trade Maintenance & Repairs – Carry out painting and decorating tasks to a high standard, ensuring compliance with the Freebridge Standard and industry best practice.
* Problem Solving – Use your initiative and trade experience to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.
* Customer Communication – Keep customers informed about work progress and timescales in a clear and respectful manner.
* Health & Safety – Work safely at all times, ensuring the safety of yourself, colleagues, customers, and the public.
* End-to-End Task Management – Manage tasks from pre-inspection through to completion, including ordering materials and completing documentation.
* Team Collaboration – Work as part of the wider Property Services team, supporting colleagues and contributing to team success.
* Equipment Care – Maintain and inspect tools, vehicles, PPE, and other equipment to ensure safety and readiness.
* Material Management – Order, store, and use materials efficiently, minimising waste and maintaining accurate records.
* Record Keeping – Maintain accurate and auditable records of all work and activities.
* Brand Representation – Ensure your vehicle, uniform, and conduct positively reflect the Freebridge brand.
What we’re looking for
Essential criteria:
* City & Guilds (or equivalent) trade qualification in painting & decorating
* Advanced craft or formal apprenticeship in trade skill
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a maintenance environment
* Up-to-date training in health & safety and ladder use
* Ability to carry out tasks in a clean and safe manner
* Ability to use ICT mobile systems and complete auditable paperwork
* Commitment to excellent customer service
* Commitment to working safely and efficiently
* Strong integrity and pride in workmanship
What’s in it for you?
At Freebridge, we’re appreciative of our team and you can enjoy the following benefits from joining us, among many more:
* Generous Holiday Leave: Enjoy 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service.
* Exclusive Employee Discounts: Access amazing deals through our Reward Gateway.
* Comprehensive Leave Policies: Enjoy 6 months full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
* Health and Wellbeing Support: Access physio and counselling services, along with an employee assistance programme.
* Charitable Leave: One day per year to volunteer for a cause you care about.
* Discounted Gym Membership: Stay fit with discounted membership at Alive Leisure.
* Work-life Balance: Enjoy an early finish on a Friday to kick-start your weekend!
* Pension Scheme: A company contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity is key to our values and culture. We create a workplace where every voice is heard and respected, embracing diverse perspectives to drive innovation. Our inclusive environment empowers colleagues, ensuring equal opportunities for all. We don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. We’re happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to enable you to perform your best. As part of this commitment, we also offer accessibility tours for candidates to help ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience from the outset.
Apply now to join our team and make a difference to lives across West and North Norfolk.
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