Painter and Decorator

Job overview

To carry out and decorating work, including surface preparation and the application of paints, finishes and minor wall make-good, to ensure the Trust's buildings are presentable, well maintained and fit for purpose.

You will be responsible for ensuring your work is carried out within the set priority for the task, and why work not completed will be highlighted to the Helpdesk.

You will support the wider Estates and Facilities Team by providing assistance to the multi-skilled engineering and building craftsperson.

Main duties of the job

To contribute to improving patient and visitor experience.

To be a customer focussed point of contact for Estates and Facilities services.

Demonstrate a logical and practical approach to tasks.

Play key role in the delivery of planned painting and decorating programmes as instructed by the Helpdesk and/or Line Manager.

To perform day to day painting, decorating and minor make-good repairs on the Trust’s assets.

To undertake planned painting and decorating work in accordance with competencies and training such as the following examples:

Internal and external painting (walls, ceilings, woodwork and metalwork

Surface preparation including filling, sanding and priming

Application of specialist finishes for clinical environments (e.g. low-VOC and antimicrobial paints) where required

Wallpaper application and removal

To carry out reactive painting and minor repair work in accordance with competencies and training such as the following examples:

Touch-up and patch repair following building works or minor damage.

Application of protective coatings to surfaces affected by moisture or wear.

Minor plaster patching and surface make-good ahead of redecoration.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To interpret and work from appropriate instructions, drawings and specifications.

Ability to work in a multi-task environment.

Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance Department. Make sure that any work areas are secure when working.

Ensure that plant rooms are locked at all times.

To use all relevant tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with health and safety guidelines, as appropriate.

Report any building defects, surface damage or hazards identified during work to the Helpdesk and Line Manager.

To assist the Estates Manager in the fulfilment of the department’s aims and objectives.

Working within defined technical parameters (HTMs).

Prioritise own workload. Discuss any work-related issues with Line Manager.

To participate in appropriate training courses or updates in accordance with mandatory requirements and individual Personal Development Plans.

In conjunction with your Line Manager ensure that your Mandatory Training and PADs are kept up to date in line with Trust Policies and Procedures.

You will also undertake additional tasks delegated by your Team Leader.

To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by Management

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.