Painter & Decorator - Apprentice

Apprentice Painter & Decorators required in Bristol

We are looking for an Apprentice Painter and Decorator to carry out internal and external painting and decorating, preparation works to walls and minor repairs to surfaces and structures prior to decorating/painting.

Main Duties

Planning and Organizing

• To carry out internal and external painting and decorating requirements as instructed by management
• To carry out preparation works to walls to make good ready for decoration.
• Minor repairs to surfaces and structures prior to decorating/painting.
• Undertake minor repair works
• To use all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.
• Erecting of access equipment as required, with appropriate training and competency.
• Erection of all necessary access plant and temporary screening as and when required to protect the environment and people, all in accordance with current Health & Safety guidance.
• Use all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.
• Monitor decorating material stock and request new stock as required.
• To undertake work in relation to all aspects of painting/decorating as required

Client/Customer

• Respond in a timely manner to verbal, written and reactive tasks.
• Carryout out all painting and decorating to a high standard
• Provide support and input into projects as required.
• Notify your line manager of any complaints/discrepancies

Operations

• Ensure all works are carried out within the approved budget.
• Ensure all painting and decorating equipment is best utilised and kept clean and reused where practical to avoid any unnecessary wastage.
• Ensure Time Sheets are completed correctly and are returned in a timely manner.
• Implement and follow local procedures as and when they are issued
• Liaising with site management and key personnel on building related issue

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Level 2 Painting & Decorating qualification which normally runs for 2 years. You will be fully supported by our partnered to achieve this qualification by having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office.

What we are looking for

• Organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated and be a team player.
• Conversant with relevant legislation and compliance issues
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety
• Should have a “Can Do” approach and portray a positive attitude
• Must have good customer service skills
• Is capable of carrying out all duties associated with carrying out the role of painter/decorator
• You will be required to attend College
• You will be working towards a recognised qualification in Painting & Decorating