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Main area
Estates
Grade
A
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
203-SWFTCS174
Employer
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Employer type
NHS
Site
Warwick Hospital
Town
Warwick
Salary
£25,626 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
30/09/2025 23:59

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Painter and Decorator

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Job overview

Estates Department

Painter and Decorator 

Due to a re-organisation of the Estates Department there is a vacancy for a Painter/Decorator.

Hours - 37.5 hours per week

£25,626.30 per annum (spot salary). 

A higher starting salary may be considered for candidates with exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Plus 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays and voluntary pension scheme.

The role is Monday- Friday with opportunities for overtime and weekend working

Start and finishing times 8.00 am to 4.00 pm. 

The SWFTCS Estates Department provides a comprehensive maintenance repair and installation service of building, grounds, engineering services and associated equipment throughout the SWFT Trust.

Please contact Steve Dyer for an informal chat 07765705150

Main duties of the job

To work within established maintenance policies and procedures across a range of disciplines, e.g. Painting, building, roofing, glazing ,tiling, plastering etc. with minimal supervision.

To carry out new work or undertake new production appropriate to their original trade using relevant instruments and machinery without supervision. This may include the manufacture, assembly, erection and installation of new work using own initiative, experience and judgement.

Working for our organisation

SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts. 

Subject to the Company and individual’s performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded. 

There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%. 

A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.

There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The work will primarily involve painting, decorating and deep cleaning/fogging but will include other minor building maintenance work as required.

Will be required to apply specialist coatings and carry our plaster repairs

Carry out duties and/or undertake responsibilities relating to Health and Safety in accordance with the company and departmental safety policies.

To undertake driving duties on a range of vehicles covered by a standard driving licence, as and when required by the Maintenance Manager.

To undertake such other appropriate responsibilities and/or duties as may be directed by the Maintenance Manager.

Be prepared to undertake any training the Maintenance Manager deems necessary to ensure the above duties are carried out in an effective manner.

Interpret and work from all instructions, drawings and specifications appropriate to his original trade, without Supervision.

Set out new work or set up new production appropriate to his original trade using relevant instruments and machinery without Supervision.

Manufacture, assemble, erect and install new work.

Carry out maintenance and repairs.

Use all relevant tools and equipment.

Learn new techniques, with training as necessary.

Instruct others on aspects of his work relating to his original trade.

Communications/Organisational

Communicate technical issues to other maintenance staff and contractors; explain technical issues to junior members of the team and non-technical staff.

Plan and organise own workload on a day to day basis, with access to supervisor as required.

Train less experienced maintenance staff in using complex engineering plant and equipment and supervise maintenance assistants, checking and evaluating their work.

Co-ordinate the work of contractors and supervise the work of junior maintenance staff and contractors on a day to day basis.

Use computerised CAFM system to record all hours and materials used for each work order.

To prioritize and plan own workload, taking responsibility for assessing and re-allocating duties in response to priority, in liaison with Supervisor.

Other

Undertake driving duties on a range of vehicles covered by a standard driving licence as and when required by the Multi-skilled supervisor.

Undertake such other appropriate duties and/or responsibilities as may be directed by the Multi-skilled supervisor.

Be prepared to learn new techniques and undertake any training deemed necessary in order to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Carry out duties and/or undertake responsibilities relating to health and safety in accordance with the Trust and departmental safety policies and procedures.

Have an understanding of the relationship of other crafts workers work relating to their own.

Work constructively as part of the team, including the corporate and technical team.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Completion of a recognised City and Guilds craft certificate (or similar trade certificate) to vocational level 3.
Desirable criteria
  • Multi-skilled building qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Significant commercial & domestic trade experience
  • Demonstrate evidence of working processes in a highly regulated environment
  • Practical & theoretical experience in domestic, plus commercial industries.
Desirable criteria
  • Fault finding and installation.

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good communication skills – able to communicate complex technical and safety information to other staff, contractors, patients
  • Able to work on own initiative.
  • Team player.
  • Good organisational skills – able to prioritise and work to deadlines
  • Analytical skills for complex problem solving, fault diagnosis, risk assessment of complex multifaceted equipment
Desirable criteria
  • Must have excellent IT skills
  • To effectively plan/schedule workloads from CAFM system – including Planned Maintenance & breakdowns

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria
  • Pleasant and professional manner Conscientious and reliable. Able to use fine tools and electronic Equipment

Other

Essential criteria
  • Full clean driving licence.
  • Good presentation.
  • Frequent requirement to exert physical effort for several long periods in shift.
  • Frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions.
Desirable criteria
  • Flexibility to participate in an emergency on call rota.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Steve Dyer
Job title
Estates Maintenance Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07765705150
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