Apprentice Decorator

EQUANS are looking for an Apprentice Decorator working on our Calderdale Royal Hospital contract in Halifax. This role would be a permanent role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

This apprenticeship offers a hands‑on role focused on the painting and decorating. You will work proactively to ensure all tasks are carried out in line with relevant standards and operational procedures to support the safe and efficient running of the site. The primary place of work will be Calderdale Royal Hospital, where you will gain practical, on‑the‑job experience. Alongside this, you will attend college to obtain a qualification in painting & decorating.

• Carry out duties in accordance with safe working practices within statutory, NHS, Trust and Company guidelines.
• Ensure that there is minimum disruption to the wards and departments whilst carrying out work.
• Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to health & safety and infection control procedures.
• Collaborate and co‑operate with the Trust, partners, and colleagues to deliver a customer‑focused service.
• Demonstrate flexibility in undertaking tasks with other trades and contractors.
• Safely operate all types of access equipment, hand, and power tools in accordance with health & safety and manufacturers' guidelines.
• Maintain records as appropriate.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Undertake training where necessary to learn other skills and to maintain and develop the requirements of the service.
• Liaise and undertake duties at other EQUANS‑managed projects as directed.

• Apprentices must be aged 16 or over.
• The applicant must have 4 GCSEs grades 9‑4 (A‑C).
• You must have achieved a grade 3 or above in both English and maths for this apprenticeship.

• Practical skills
• Methodical approach
• Ability to follow technical drawings
• Attention to detail
• Comfortable working at heights
• Numeracy skills
• Good attitude
• Good time‑keeping
• Proactive approach to problem solving

• 24 days annual leave
• Life cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive employee referral rewards scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network), and our Disability Network
• 24/7 employee assistance programme and access to mental wellbeing app

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; if you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.