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More about your role
We are currently recruiting for a qualified Painter & Decorator with a range of trade skills to carry out planned works within our property portfolio predominantly working within void properties, responsive work and some Planned kitchen and bathroom work.
In this role you will utilise your knowledge and experience in maintenance specifically focusing on painting and decorating in order to be able to carry out high quality work, providing a cost-effective and customer-focused service. Your time will be spent carrying out planned works in our tenanted properties as well as working within our void homes, working predominantly on kitchens and bathrooms. As part of our employment checks, this role will require you to complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check.
Although this role is advertised in a specific location, you will be required to work in surrounding areas.
For more information please download our job profile available on our website.
More about you
You will hold a City & Guilds Craft Certificate in Painting & Decorating in NVQ level 2 (or equivalent). You will be able to demonstrate at interview, excellent knowledge of best practice health and safety in the work place. You'll have a positive approach and a commitment to delivering an effective customer service experience.
Essential Criteria
1. A driving licence is essential as you will be driving a company van.
2. Ideally you will possess previous experience working a social or domestic housing environment.
3. You are qualified with a NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating or equivalent.
Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
4. Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
5. Company Van with fuel card
6. Equipment including Power Pack tools and tablet provided
7. PPE and Full uniform provided
8. Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
9. Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
10. Overtime as and when required
11. Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
12. A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
13. Training and development
14. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.