Painter and Decorator

Expression of Interest – Painter & Decorator

Location: Peterborough

Contract

Start Date:

1 August 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Competitive pay

As part of our Kitchen Installation team, you will carry out a variety of internal painting and decorating tasks across properties. This is a hands‑on role requiring precision, professionalism, and a strong eye for detail. You’ll be responsible for preparing surfaces, applying finishes, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. You’ll work independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, helping return properties to a lettable or liveable condition efficiently and to a high standard.

• Preparing and painting internal surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, and woodwork
• Applying emulsion, gloss, and specialist finishes with care and accuracy
• Wallpapering and decorative detailing where required
• Carrying out external painting at height using ladders, including fascia boards and soffits
• Damp & mould treatment
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations
• Supporting void property refurbishments and reactive maintenance tasks
• Conducting snagging and touch‑up work following other trades
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standard
• Communicating professionally with tenants, clients, and colleagues
• Completing job records and documentation accurately and on time
• Working flexibly to meet deadlines and service expectations

• Proven experience in painting and decorating
• NVQ in Painting & Decorating or equivalent
• Experience in the above duties
• Ability to work at height and use ladders safely
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices
• Full UK driving licence

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK;
Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for over 3 months, and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

We are a Disability Confident employer and support diverse candidates in equal opportunity.