Painter & Decorator – Residential & Commercial

About the role

MSV Housing is seeking an experienced Painter & Decorator to join its dedicated team in Stretford. You will deliver high‑quality painting and decorating services across both internal and external areas of residential and commercial properties, ensuring homes are safe and attractive for our tenants.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, treat mould, and apply finishes on timber, metal and other substrates.
• Complete minor remedial works and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Collaborate with other trades to achieve fast void turnaround times.
• Maintain accurate records, order materials, and document daily activities.
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours emergency call‑out rota.
• Follow health, safety, data protection and regulatory requirements, including reporting asbestos and using PPE.
• Supervise apprentices where required and contribute to team development.

Required profile

• City & Guilds Craft or NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent experience) in a relevant trade.
• Proven experience working in a multidisciplinary team within a busy environment.
• Strong customer focus and professional communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• Surface preparation
• Painting and decorating
• Treating mould
• Working on timber and metal surfaces
• Minor remedial works
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)