Painter

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider supporting clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment services through a UK-wide operational network and long-established regional presence.

The Role

We’re looking for a Painter & Decorator to join our team delivering works across the Southampton area, covering social housing major repairs and void properties.

This is a decorating-led role focused on refurbishment and property improvement works, ensuring homes are maintained and presented to a high standard. Working as part of a wider team, you’ll play a key role in delivering projects safely, efficiently and to specification.

What You’ll Do

* Carry out all aspects of internal and external painting and decorating works

* Prepare surfaces including sanding, filling, stripping and making good prior to decoration

* Complete decorating works within void properties to ensure homes are ready for occupation

* Support major repairs projects, delivering high-quality finishes across residential properties

* Carry out wallpaper removal and application where required

* Work collaboratively with site teams to deliver programmes on time and to quality standards

* Follow health and safety procedures and complete risk assessments on all works

About You

You’re an experienced Painter & Decorator with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality finishes. You have experience working within occupied and void social housing properties and take pride in completing work to a professional standard.

Requirements

* NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating (or equivalent experience)

* Experience working within social housing, voids, planned works or major repairs environments

* Strong preparation and finishing skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Full UK driving licence

* Strong understanding of health & safety

What We Offer

* £730 - £780 per week depending on experience

* Opportunity to earn enhanced pay through price work arrangements from time to time

* 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

* Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee

* Long-service awards at key milestones

* Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing

* 1 paid volunteer day each year

* Ongoing training, support and progression - Axis CLC promotes from within

Why Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know