Painter & Decorator - Reed : Job Details

• Location: Kirklees Council
• Job Type: Full-time temp contract for the next 6 months

We are looking for ten skilled Painters and Decorators to join our Building Services team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of Council-owned properties, including public buildings and schools. This role requires a professional with in-depth knowledge and experience in painting and decorating, who can ensure client satisfaction through high-quality work and conduct.

• Carry out internal and external decoration of Council properties, public buildings, and schools.
• Maintain a favourable business image and ensure client or tenant satisfaction with the quality of work and prompt services.
• Complete all relevant records accurately, such as timesheets, as per existing procedures.
• Stay updated with technological developments within the trade.
• Uphold the Council’s Health and Safety policies and ensure a safe working environment.
• Comply with the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and promote inclusive practices.
• Participate in training and development as per the Performance Management framework.
• Perform duties in compliance with the Council’s Environment Policy and aim for continuous environmental performance improvement.
• Carrying out damp and mould treatment across all properties in the Kirklees area.

• In-depth knowledge and experience in painting and decorating.
• Apprentice trained with City & Guilds/NVQ III in the appropriate trade or equivalent.
• Experience with hanging wide fabric and paper lining, and application of sprayed finishes.
• Experience working in a maintenance environment in domestic properties and schools, as well as public buildings.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Prepared to work overtime as required.
• Awareness of Customer Care and Equality Issues.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• An understanding of Health and Safety issues related to the building trade.
• Full Time 37 hours a week, Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 16.00pm and Friday 8.00am - 15.30pm

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