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Decorator
glasgow
Full-time
£28,000-£34,000
Posted on May 14, 2025
Painting
Reliability
Estimating
Communication
Project Management
Colouring advice
Teamwork
Time management
Professionalism
Job Description
Handyman Hunter is looking for a skilled and experienced Decorator to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role delivering high-quality decorating services across a range of domestic projects. From full-room redecorations to exterior touch-ups, we’re looking for a tradesperson who takes pride in the final finish and has a passion for doing the job right. Our decorators are the last to leave a job, so attention to cleanliness and presentation is vital. Whether you’re freshening up a home or applying specialist finishes, this role is perfect for someone who wants to make a visible impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces (walls, ceilings, woodwork) to a high standard
- Carry out internal and external painting using brush, roller, or spray
- Apply undercoats, topcoats, and specialist finishes as required
- Remove and hang wallpaper accurately
- Advise clients on suitable finishes, colour choices, and care
- Maintain tools and materials in good condition
- Keep workspaces tidy and leave each job clean and presentable
- Ensure work is carried out safely and to schedule
- Communicate progress and updates clearly with clients and the team
Requirements
- Proven experience as a professional decorator (minimum 3 years preferred)
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating (preferred but not essential)
- Sound knowledge of materials, coatings, and preparation methods
- CSCS card (advantageous, not essential for domestic work)
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Basic set of tools and brushes (essential)
- Ability to provide recent references or a portfolio of work
- Punctual, professional, and customer-focused
- Awareness of health & safety and clean working practices
Benefits
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
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