Skilled Careers are looking for X2 Painters in Alkerton GL10 to start Monday 20/04/2026 for 8 weeks of work on a housing site.

£20 per hr

Painter Must have:

Blue CSCS card

Previous site experience

Means of getting to site

Own PPE

References on request

If interested please apply below

BIRM123INDEED

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and energetic Painter to join our dynamic construction and renovation team. In this role, you will be responsible for applying paint, coatings, and finishes to a variety of surfaces across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Your expertise will help transform spaces, enhance aesthetics, and protect surfaces through precise craftsmanship. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects that require attention to detail, technical knowledge, and a passion for quality work.

Duties

Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, plastering, caulking, and repairing walls or structures to ensure optimal paint adhesion and finish quality.

Apply primers, paints, stains, varnishes, and specialty coatings using hand tools such as brushes, rollers, spray guns (including airless paint spraying), and power tools.

Read blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings to accurately determine project scope and specifications.

Execute various types of painting including residential painting, commercial painting, industrial painting, and construction site painting with precision and efficiency.

Perform related tasks such as fixture installation, trim carpentry, framing, masonry work like stucco or concrete finishing, and basic carpentry skills including remodeling or renovation projects.

Use hand tools and power tools safely while maintaining a clean work environment.

Conduct restoration work on older surfaces or structures requiring specialized techniques like plastering or masonry repairs.

Assist with schematics interpretation for complex projects involving welding or industrial coatings.

Maintain accurate records of work performed and communicate progress effectively with team members and supervisors.

Qualifications

Proven experience in construction painting with knowledge of residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

Strong understanding of color theory to achieve desired aesthetic effects.

Skilled in the use of hand tools such as brushes, rollers, scrapers, caulking guns; power tools including drills and spray equipment; welding experience is a plus.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics accurately for precise project execution.

Familiarity with construction estimating processes to assess project scope and materials needed.

Knowledge of various surface preparation techniques like sanding, plastering, caulking, stucco application, and masonry repairs.

Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to project planning.

Experience working on construction sites with safety awareness and adherence to protocols.

Hands-on experience in renovation projects involving framing carpentry or fixture installation is desirable.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly on-site during diverse projects such as restoration or remodeling efforts. Join our team if you’re passionate about transforming spaces through expert craftsmanship! We value dedicated professionals eager to contribute their skills in a fast-paced environment where every brushstroke makes a difference!

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 2 months

Work Location: In person