Painter/decorator in Southampton, Hampshire

Job Title: Locum Painter/Decorator
Location: Southampton UK

Join us for an exciting chance to explore your skills as a Locum Painter/Decorator in the vibrant city of Southampton. This temporary role offers an opportunity to bring your expertise in construction and property maintenance to life across various sites and contracts. Your role will help position Housing Operations as Southampton City Council's Contractor of Choice, providing top-quality service to the community.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexibility and Variety: Locum work offers you the chance to choose the projects you work on, giving you the flexibility to maintain a perfect work-life balance.
• Competitive Rates: Enjoy competitive hourly pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Experience Diversity: Work across multiple sites and contracts, expanding your professional experience and honing your craft.
• Free Training Opportunities: Improve and expand your skills with training and development programs to keep you at the top of your game.
• Networking Potential: Meet and connect with other professionals in your field, opening doors to future opportunities.

What you will do:

• Carry out construction and property maintenance activities, including inspection, fault finding, diagnostics, and repair solutions across various buildings.
• Deliver high-quality painting and decorating work and adapt to tasks outside your primary trade to complete jobs in a single visit when possible.
• Perform additional tasks such as patch plastering, tiling, minor carpentry, plasterboard tacking, glazing, and more.
• Provide accurate estimates of time and materials needed for tasks and projects.
• Plan and execute work with minimal waste and correctness of design plans and specifications.
• Mentor and guide apprentices and trainees, sharing practical knowledge and skills.
• Communicate effectively with customers, explaining job scope, timeframes, and addressing inquiries or complaints.
• Ensure customers are kept informed throughout the project timeline.
• Maintain professionalism concerning personal appearance and adherence to the Councils Dress Code.

Requirements:

• Completed a recognised apprenticeship with Level 3 qualification in Painting and Decorating or equivalent, plus a minimum of 3 years of experience in construction and maintenance.
• Versatile skillset across multiple trade disciplines including minor plumbing and carpentry, among others.
• Hold a full UK driving licence to travel across the city.
• Thorough understanding of construction industry standards, policies, and health and safety regulations, including dealing with hazardous materials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially communicating effectively with vulnerable groups such as the elderly or frail.
• Proficiency in IT and telecommunications equipment to improve work efficiency and communication.

Choosing to work in Southampton means embracing a dynamic coastal lifestyle filled with cultural events, picturesque scenery, and a bustling social scene. Enjoy the perfect blend of professional growth and personal exploration in a city that celebrates innovation and community spirit. Join us and contribute to making Southampton a place where you can thrive and look forward to every working day.

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