Painter & Decorator
Employer: Megaclose Ltd
Location: Nottingham City Centre (120 North Sherwood Street, NG1 4EF)
Salary: £37,500 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (30-minute unpaid break)
Annual Leave: 20 days plus bank holidays
About Us
Megaclose Ltd is a well-established student accommodation provider in Nottingham, managing a large portfolio of properties within half a mile of Nottingham Trent University. All of our properties are located within a half-mile radius of the campus, meaning travel between sites is quick and easy.
We operate from a dedicated maintenance office and stores at 120 North Sherwood Street, right in the city centre, ensuring our in-house team has the resources and support needed to carry out works efficiently.
For over 20 years we have provided high-quality housing and professional management services, and we pride ourselves on delivering an excellent standard of service to our tenants.
We are now seeking an experienced Painter & Decorator to join our in-house team. This is a hands-on role, essential to keeping our properties in excellent decorative condition and providing tenants with a clean, well-presented living environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Painter & Decorator, you will:
* Carry out internal and external painting and decorating works across our student accommodation portfolio.
* Prepare surfaces to a high standard, including filling, sanding, priming, undercoating, and wallpaper removal/repair.
* Apply finishes using brushes, rollers, and other appropriate tools to achieve a professional result.
* Ensure properties are redecorated promptly during tenant changeovers and refurbishment projects.
* Work efficiently to deadlines, maintaining quality workmanship across multiple properties.
* Keep accurate records of works completed and materials used.
* Provide excellent customer service when working in occupied properties, maintaining professionalism at all times.
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their craft and can deliver consistent, high-quality results. The ideal candidate will have:
* Proven experience as a painter & decorator, ideally within property maintenance or residential settings.
* Strong preparation and finishing skills, with excellent attention to detail.
* Knowledge of paints, materials, wallcoverings, and application methods.
* The ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
* A proactive, professional approach with good problem-solving skills.
* Good communication skills for interacting with tenants and colleagues.
* A full UK manual driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points (essential).
What We Offer
* A competitive salary of £37,500 per annum.
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Statutory company pension scheme.
* A supportive and professional working environment.
* Company van, fuel card, mobile phone, and uniform provided.
* All properties are within a half-mile radius of Nottingham Trent University, keeping travel times short and manageable.
* A convenient city centre base at 120 North Sherwood Street, with dedicated maintenance office and stores.
* The opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving the appearance of a large and diverse property portfolio.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced painter & decorator who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and would like to join a long-established, respected company, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience to or call for more information.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person