Painter

Artisan Recruit are looking for a Painter on a perm basis for a company based in Chichester.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of painting and decorating works to a high standard across commercial, retail, heritage, and domestic properties throughout the UK. Works may include planned maintenance, reactive repairs, refurbishment projects, specialist coating applications, and heritage restoration works.

Key Responsibilities

- Internal and external painting and decorating works

- Surface preparation including sanding, filling, stripping, and making good

- Application of primers, undercoats, and finishing coats

- Wallpaper hanging and decorative finishes where required

- Timber repairs and preparation prior to decoration

- Applying specialist coatings, stains, varnishes, and protective finishes

- Working from specifications, drawings, and client instructions

- Maintaining clean and safe working environments

- Ensuring all works are completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales

- Accurately recording works completed and reporting any defects identified

- Operating company tools, equipment, and vehicles safely

Desired Qualifications & Experience

- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Painting & Decorating

- City & Guilds Painting & Decorating qualification

- PASMA qualification

- IPAF qualification

- Full UK Driving Licence

- Proven experience in painting and decorating

- Experience working within commercial, retail, heritage, and domestic environments is advantageous

- Good understanding of surface preparation techniques

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Good communication and customer service skills

- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

- Willingness to travel and occasionally work away from home when required