Painter/Decorator


Job description

To contribute to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive service to support NIHE business delivery by providing a painting/decorating service for Housing Executive properties while upholding safety guidelines and complying with all applicable Codes and Regulations in line with our vision and values.

Responsibilities

  • To apply paint, stain, varnish, primers, sealers and fungicidal solution as and when required to timber, metal, plaster and masonry work etc.
  • To carry out any required preparation by stripping, sanding, wire brushing to maintain doors, door frames, windows, timber, metal and masonry etc.
  • To remove and refit fixtures and fittings, ironmongery as required.
  • To fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knifes.
  • To provide a quality customer service and maintain a good customer relationship on behalf of the NIHE.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Have successfully completed an apprenticeship in Painting/Decorating (either time served or skills based).
  • 2 years’ post Apprenticeship Painting/Decorating experience.
  • Be willing to undertake additional training outside of core trade including Level 2 Multi-skilling or be willing to attain within a specified time frame.

Further Information

For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Candidate Information Pack on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.

Vacancy ID
1788520
Job ref.
2026-139
Job Sector
Construction, Trades and Architecture
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Coleraine
Salary
£27,694 - £32,597 per annum
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
37
Published date
24/09/2026
Closing date
15/10/2026
Worktime
Monday to Thursday, 8.30am-4.30pm and Friday, 8.30am-4pm

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