Painter and Decorator Horsham, England
Job description
We are looking for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join the Maintenance team at South Lodge.
In the position you will be responsible for all painting and decorating tasks across the resort including Hotel, Spa and back of house area's as directed by the Technical Services Manager.
The primary focus of the position is to ensure the property is always looking tip top, well presented and gives the guests and members the best first impression of the resort.
Main ResponsibilitiesMain Responsibilities:
- Prepare and clean surfaces using hand-held power tools and the appropriate methods. This could include scraping, sanding, sand-blasting, hydro-blasting, steam-cleaning; and “burning off” of loose paint; repair cracks and holes in walls and joinery by applying fillers/ sealant. Prepare/sand surface for application of decorative product.
- Apply paint or other materials, such as stains, lacquer, enamel, oil, varnish, metal coating or fire retardant using brushes, rollers or spray equipment, following manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls.
- Attend to all improvements and repair work in a timely manner within the painting and decorating/general maintenance remit.
- Assist other members of the Technical Services team when needed.
- To attend any departmental training sessions and/or meetings required.
- Report any challenges/complaints to the Technical Services Manager.
- Ensure that all material and tools used are looked after .
- Maintain a clean work and storage area.
- Ensure monthly stock checks are carried out .
- Mix and thin paint to obtain desired colour and texture as necessary .
- Ensure that work is carried out to a cost effective and high standard.
- Advise on any improvement needed to the hotel fabric .
Skills & Experience Required
- City & Guilds Part III /NVQ level 2/3 in Painting and Decorating or other equivalent qualification or experience.
- Be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team .
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
Are we right for you? We expect a lot but we’ll give a lot to get the right people. There are 4 main things we look for We want people with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are. We want people people. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people, not because someone told him to smile and chat. We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you. You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guess you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.
Package DescriptionAnd now for the good stuff
Hospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:
- Competitive salary, benefits and we pay above the Real Living Wage.
- 30 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
- We operate a discretionary service charge system.
- 50% Discount on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties
- Really big discounts of room nights across all Exclusive properties
- PERKZ discount scheme & Online guides such as Exercise, Wellbeing, and Finance.
- Meals on duty provided for free
- Recognition and rewards scheme
- Access to our learning platform including great training and development programs.
- Free gym access + where available dedicated classes.
- B Corp accredited and commitment to improving our People, Product and Planet.
- Free downloads to newspapers, magazines and books
- Cycle to work scheme
