# Painter/Decorator - Maintenance Operative

**Company:** [Retirement Villages Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/fPmKbXe7q45u1XFZzof3hT.md)
**Location:** Guildford, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** London - Property Services

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## Description

Here at Retirement Villages Group, we are expanding our Property Maintenance Team and are on the lookout for skilled and passionate Painters & Decorators to be part of our journey. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving our beautiful communities, ensuring every project reflects value for money, professionalism, and excellence.

**About the Role**

As a Painter & Decorator, you will:

-   Deliver high-quality internal and external painting, decorating, and light maintenance work across our retirement villages
-   Plan and carry out work efficiently, minimising waste and ensuring value for money
-   Operate safely and in accordance with company procedures and health & safety regulations
-   Take pride in your work and represent our values with every task you undertake.
-   Ensure excellent communication with residents, colleagues, and managers
-   Maintain tools, materials, and company vehicles to a high standard

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Prepare and decorate a wide range of surfaces using appropriate tools and methods (e.g., brushes, rollers, wallpapering)
-   Undertake minor maintenance and remedial works as directed
-   Safely erect ladders and tower scaffolds, protecting work areas and maintaining clean, tidy environments
-   Work collaboratively with team members and site staff to ensure minimal disruption to residents
-   Regularly inspect work for quality, compliance, and safety, addressing any issues proactively
-   Support health & safety best practices and contribute to a culture of safety awareness

**The Ideal Candidate**

-   City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Painting & Decorating (or a related trade)
-   Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within residential or care environments
-   Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
-   Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
-   Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
-   Commitment to health & safety and quality standards

**Why Join Us?**

-   Be part of a purpose-driven team creating beautiful, safe environments for older adults
-   Work in a respectful, professional, and supportive culture
-   Access to training and development opportunities
-   Use of well-maintained tools, vehicles, and materials
-   Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking organisation that values its people

In return we offer a number of benefits including, Pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, birthday leave, rewards schemes, volunteering and wellbeing days and much more!