Painter/Decorator
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Position Overview & Specifications
We’re looking for a permanent, full time Painter/decorator. To carry out and assist with all trade related tasks as a Painter and Decorator working as (but not restricted to) part of a customer focused Capital Works Team.
We build homes, let, improve, and maintain them. We give our people the freedom to try new things and do whatever they need, to solve problems in doing what’s right for our tenants. After all, we know that great people doing great things delivers outstanding customer service.
Salary: £28,501.62
Location: Thetford, Newmarket, Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, and surrounding areas.
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 08:00-17:00, Fridays only 08:00-14:30
Benefits: 25 days holiday per annum + bank holidays, employee discounts scheme and generous pension. Company vehicle, uniform, tools, and IT equipment provided
The role involves being responsible for the effective and efficient repairs of all Painting duties, including all associated works within both occupied and void properties using the required tools.
The hours of work will be 40 per week, flexible working and job-share will be considered. The area covered is Thetford, Newmarket, Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, and surrounding areas.
Please note that you will be required to drive to multiple different places of work. However a company vehicle will be provided
Duties
· Responsible for the effective delivery of painting and decoration including all preparation works; filling, sanding, painting, priming, glossing and overall decoration within void, responsive and planned repair services.
· You will ensure that the work is undertaken in a timely manner, whilst maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
· You will manage customer enquiries, responding in a professional manner coordinating with our Operations Centre
Candidates must have the following:
- Minimum of either full trade Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 within a relevant trade OR a proven track record to reflect appropriate trade experience with Painting.
- A good knowledge of the general building and construction industry.
- Full Valid UK Manual Driving Licence.
- Good understanding and knowledge of basic Health and Safety.
For more information, please follow the link below to the flagship website to view the Job Description.
Contract: Full time and permanent.
To apply please follow the link below to our company website, where you will need to fill out an application form and be asked to upload your CV.
We regret that we are only able to contact shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful.
No Agencies please.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,501.62 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: REQ00255
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Building & Personnel Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Painter/Decorator roles across Flagship Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Building & Personnel Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,502 - £28,502 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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