Job Description

Painter and Decorator

Job Type

: Full-time

Location

: On-site, various

About Size Group

Launched in 2009 as a small construction venture between two friends, Size Group brings together the vital elements of property from the construction of luxury buildings through to the maintenance and management of a property portfolio.

Our in-house craft brand, Aquarius Master Decorators, now seeks an enthusiastic Painter and Decorator to join their growing team. Whilst experience is important, the right approach and mindset to constantly achieve the highest quality will not be overlooked. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to break into a great industry.

About Aquarius Master Decorators

Crafting Excellence Since 1985 - For over four decades, we have cultivated a team of exceptionally skilled craftspeople, dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of decorating services for luxury properties.

Since our founding, we've had the privilege of restoring and enhancing some of the most prestigious properties in the country. Our portfolio spans from historic landmarks to contemporary masterpieces, including royal palaces, five-star hotels, and distinguished private residences.

Our reputation has been built on enduring relationships with leading designers, discerning clients, and trusted contractors. These partnerships are a testament to the consistent quality and craftsmanship our team brings to every project.

We offer extensive expertise across a wide spectrum of specialist decorating services, including paperhanging, gilding, paint restoration, polished plaster, and bespoke finishes.

As passionate stewards of our craft, we are committed to preserving the tradition of decorative arts. We invest in the future by training our own apprentices and directly employing the majority of our craftspeople, ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and service.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Painter and Decorator to join our team, specialising in high-end residential and heritage projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in decorative finishes and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Protecting adjacent surfaces and furnishings to prevent damage during works.
- Preparing surfaces for decoration, including paint stripping, sanding, face and fine filling, and other preparatory tasks.
- Applying paint, varnish, and specialist finishes to walls, ceilings, and woodwork to the highest standards.
- Hanging wallpaper, wallcoverings, and lining paper, including various match types (free, straight, drop/offset, etc.).
- Maintaining a clean and orderly workspace, ensuring properties are left tidy at the end of each day.
- Working efficiently within fast-paced construction environments, including subcontracted projects.
- Interpreting interior design finish schedules to ensure correct materials are applied in the correct locations.
- Estimating and ordering materials through the office or site supervisor.
- Completing weekly timesheets and maintaining accurate records of hours and project details.
- Documenting additional works or site instructions and reporting to the site supervisor.
- Participating in site meetings to review progress and plan upcoming tasks.
- Representing the company professionally at all times - punctual, polite, and presentable.
- Wearing a clean, branded uniform provided by the company while on site.

About You

To apply for this role, it is essential that you have:

- A minimum of 2 years' experience in painting and decorating, ideally within high-end residential projects.
- Strong skills in surface preparation and finishing.
- Experience with wallpaper and wallcovering installation.
- Excellent attention to detail and time management.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Fluency in English.
- The ability to complete basic paperwork and forms.
- A valid CSCS card.

The following qualifications would be beneficial, but are not essential:

- An NVQ Level 1, 2, or 3 in Painting and Decorating (or equivalent).
- A First Aid certification.
- A full UK driving licence.

So, if your skill set matches the above and the prospect of helping deliver some of the country's finest projects appeals to you, please reach out via the button shown.

Your application will be processed by Size Group and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out.

Other organisations may call this role Painter, Decorator, Skilled Decorator, Painting and Decorating Operative, Construction Painter, Site Decorator, Property Refurbishment Technician, Paint Technician, or Building Maintenance Painter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SG2025.13