Painter and Decorator
PD158_1778143716 Posted: 07/05/2026
Painter & Decorator - Reactive Maintenance (Social Housing)
Location: Covering Tower Hamlets, Newham, Hackney, Redbridge & Havering
Office Base: Loughton
Pay Rate: £21.50 per hour (CIS or Umbrella PAYE)
Job Type: Temp to Permanent
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Painter & Decorator to join a busy reactive maintenance team working within the social housing sector. This is an excellent temp-to-permanent opportunity offering long-term, stable work.
The Role
The successful candidate will be carrying out reactive maintenance and day-to-day repairs within occupied social housing properties across East London and surrounding areas.
Duties Include:
1. Internal and external painting & decorating
2. Preparing surfaces including filling, sanding and making good
3. Glossing, emulsion and wallpapering where required
4. Basic maintenance and repair works
5. Working in occupied properties
6. Delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service
Requirements:
7. NVQ in Painting & Decorating
8. Previous experience within social housing/reactive maintenance
9. Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
10. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
11. Good communication and customer service skills
What's On Offer:
12. £21.50 per hour
13. CIS or Umbrella PAYE payment options
14. Company van & fuel card provided
15. Temp-to-permanent opportunity
16. Immediate start available
If you are a skilled Painter & Decorator looking for your next long-term opportunity, apply today.