Painter

Painter

• £15.82ph
• Weekly Pay
• Immediate starts

Undertake building maintenance painting/decorating work for Belfast City Council, reporting to the Area Contract Manager (Building) or other relevant officer, either alone or as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the full range of painting and decorating tasks safely and to standard.
• Use and maintain painting tools and equipment (e.g., ladders, brushes/rollers, trays).
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding; work safely at height.
• Prepare surfaces (external/internal) and apply finishes (undercoat, gloss, emulsion, varnish/stain/glaze).
• Repair and treat defective surfaces (cracking, flaking, blistering).
• Hang wallpaper and wall coverings (including Muraspec as required).
• Ensure safe handling/storage of thinners, diluents, and materials.
• Follow painting schedules/specifications and council procedures.
• Support reactive and planned maintenance across council properties.
• Identify, order, and collect materials as required.
• Complete job paperwork and participate in performance management/billing procedures.
• Support coaching/training for new staff, contractors, temporary staff, and apprentices.
• Drive council vehicles as required; maintain safe working practices.

Essential CriteriaQualifications / Licences

• NVQ Level II in Painting and Decorating (or equivalent).
• Full, current driving licence for Northern Ireland (or access to transport to complete duties).

Experience (must be demonstrated with specific examples)

At least 1 year’s relevant experience in each of these:

• Surface preparation and safe use of relevant equipment/scaffolding.
• Decorating/paining in a building & maintenance environment.
• Demonstrating H&S adherence as part of practical work.

Special Skills & Attributes (assessed/tested at interview)

• Communication (oral and written) with colleagues and customers.
• Organisational/work planning (prioritise workloads).
• Teamwork (work independently and collaboratively).
• Health & Safety awareness and responsibility.
• Customer care (tactful/sensitive approach).

Shortlisting (additional criteria)

Council may shortlist only those who, as at closing date:

• Have 2 years’ experience in each of the three areas above, and
• Have NVQ Level III (or equivalent).

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.