Painter and Decorator

Overview

HMS, part of Torus Group, is looking for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join our team, delivering a high-quality construction and maintenance service across the North West region. Working as part of an integrated team, you’ll carry out a wide range of internal and external painting and decorating works in customers’ homes and properties, ensuring excellent standards of workmanship, customer care, and service delivery.

• Carrying out all aspects of painting and decorating work, including internal and external works, paper hanging, artexing, and remedial repairs
• Undertaking associated trade duties such as basic plastering and joinery to support a one job, one visit service
• Planning and organising your workload efficiently, making effective use of time, materials, transport, and equipment
• Working within scheduled appointment systems and liaising with customers and colleagues to complete works successfully
• Supervising and supporting apprentices, trainees, or other employees when required
• Completing diagnostic and pre-measuring work to identify repair requirements
• Using IT and communication systems to receive instructions, complete work orders, and order materials
• Completing all required documentation accurately and on time
• Driving company vehicles safely and maintaining stock, tools, and equipment
• Managing materials responsibly to minimise waste and ensure value for money
• Ensuring all work meets required quality, customer care, and performance standards
• Following all health and safety procedures and reporting any incidents or concerns

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Painting & Decorating or a related discipline
• Valid CSCS card at the appropriate level
• Full UK or EU driving licence
• Completed a time-served apprenticeship
• Proven experience in painting and decorating within maintenance and construction environments
• Strong customer care skills and a professional approach when working in customers’ homes
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervisio
• A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to support continuous service improvement
• Good communication skills with customers and colleagues
• Experience supervising or supporting apprentices

• Candidates will undergo in-person interviews, consisting of a competency-based interview.

• Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x Completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
• DBS check (if required for role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.