Painter and Decorator

BSNI are working with Belfast City Council to recruit a Painter and Decorator. This role is temporary.

Employment type
Temporary
Number of people required
2
Target start date
24 Jun 2026
Duration
12 Weeks
Hours per week
37

Rate
PAYE: £15.82 per hour

Job location
Duncrue Industrial Estate, 31-51 Duncrue Road, Belfast, BT3 9BP, United Kingdom

Main purpose of job

Responsible to the Working Trades & Services Supervisor (Fabric) or other appropriate officer to undertake relevant painting and decorating work within the Property Maintenance Operation, either individually or as part of a team.

Summary of responsibilities and personal duties

Carry out the full range of work associated with his or her trade to ensure the delivery of a high quality, responsive and customer focused service.
Carrying out a range of painting and decorating duties including, but not limited to: Maintaining, storing and using all types of painter�s tools, e.g., ladders, trestles, staging, brushes, knives and trays etc.
Preparing surfaces for painting and decorating including the removal of existing paints, finishes, and wallpaper, washing walls, and minor repairs to surfaces.
Preparing the surrounding area including the protection and covering of fixtures and furniture and masking of surfaces and features.
Mixing and matching paints and textures as required.
The application of paints, varnishes, stains, glazes, and other finishes, including undercoats, gloss, emulsions, paste, hanging wallpapers and other decorative products e.g. �Muraspec� in accordance with installation instructions and manufacturers data sheets.
Ensuring the proper and safe use and storage of solvents, thinners, and diluents.
Treating in the correct manner, cracking, flaking, blistering etc of surfaces.
Assist in the delivery of a planned and reactive maintenance programme including the use of all ICT hardware and software supplied, appropriate to the role.

Utilise working drawings, specifications, and painting schedules as required.

Identify, order and collect materials as required.

Provide as required, all job-costing and time-recording information.

Assist in on-the-job coaching and training, eg new employees, contractors and temporarily assigned apprentices etc.

Drive Council vehicles as required.

Safely and effectively erect and dismantle scaffolding as required which involves working at heights and utilise mobile elevation equipment.
Ensure all work carried out is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Legislation, CDM Legislation and Council regulations.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Working Trades & Services Supervisor (Fabric) and any other appropriate officer or manager.
Participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management policies and procedures, as appropriate, including, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedure.
Act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care, equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding and any pertinent legislation.
Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council.
Undertake such other relevant duties as may from time to time be required.
This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve.  Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description but which are commensurate with the role.

Essential criteria

Qualifications and experience

Applicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:

possess a full, current driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland or have access to a form of transport which enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full; [1] and
be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, (a) at least two years� experience, gained within the construction or building industry, of dealing with the inspection, preparation and application of paints, finishes and decorative products and papers.
Desirable criteria

In addition to the above qualifications and experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of applications,:

in the first instance, can demonstrate by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, at least three years� experience, gained within the construction or building industry, of dealing with the inspection, preparation and application of paints, finishes and decorative products and papers;
in the second instance, possess an NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating or equivalent construction related qualification; and
in the third instance, possess an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Painting and Decorating or equivalent construction related qualification.
Special skills and attributes

Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of the following special skills and attributes which will be tested at interview.

Communication skills: written communication skills which reflect a good understanding of service and technical issues, and the ability to develop high quality documentation with clarity and precision.  Good oral communication and listening skills in dealing with colleagues, line management, clients, project managers and contractors.

Information technology skills: the ability to use standard applications effectively, manipulate databases to extract data and use specialised software.

Team working and the ability to work on own initiative: the ability to work in a volatile and dynamic environment, both as part of a team and on the basis of personal initiative.

Partnership working: the ability to form, maintain and enhance a wide range of internal and external partnerships and corporate working for the benefit of the council�s property interests.

Analytical skills: an analytical approach to problem solving in a high-profile operational environment.

Health and safety: an understanding of health and safety risks in a high-risk environment and a knowledge of health and safety legislation and procedures. The ability to ensure that all buildings and associated facilities are at all times safe for use by the public and that the welfare of staff is not compromised.

Work planning and organisational skills: the ability to look ahead, identify issues and assess options.

Technical knowledge: a comprehensive understanding of construction related painting and decorating and associated regulations and technical standards.

[1] Please be advised that this alternative is a reasonable adjustment specifically for applicants with disabilities who, as a result of their disability, are unable to hold a full, current driving licence.  However, please also be advised that given the business need for the post holder to visit council properties to deliver a high quality, responsive and customer focused service the reasonableness of this adjustment will be thoroughly considered prior to any appointment being made.

For further information contact Jessica or Debbie on 02895219313

BSNI are an acting recruitment agency.