South Lanarkshire Council
H&T 4979 -G2 Painter (604756)
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H&T 4979 -G2 Painter (604756)
Paint Technician (Painter) – 3 Month Fixed Term Role South Lanarkshire Council – Hamilton Business Unit
JOB DETAILS
Key Facts
- Closing Date: 14 July 2026 at 23:55
- Location: Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
- Hours: 37 hours per week (fixed-term, up to 3 months)
- Work Pattern: Rotating schedule
- Mon-Thu: 07:30 – 17:15
- Tue-Fri: 07:30 – 17:15
- Salary: £39,856 – £40,995 per annum
ABOUT THE ROLE
South Lanarkshire Council is recruiting an experienced Painter to support our Building Services team across refurbishments, maintenance, and new build projects.
You will:
- Execute high-quality painting and decorating tasks in both commercial and domestic environments.
- Work to targets and tight timescales while ensuring exceptional craftsmanship.
- Adapt to flexible workloads and varying project demands.
You must hold a SVQ L3/City & Guilds qualification in a relevant trade and demonstrate real-world technical expertise with a record of delivering defect-free outcomes.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Essential Criteria
- Prove competency in painting/decorgating for:
- New build projects
- Refurbishments and maintenance
- Industry-standard trade qualification: SVQ Level 3 or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds).
- Proven experience working in both commercial and domestic settings.
- Strong customer care principles and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Health and safety awareness, with the ability to follow strict protocols.
- Commitment to timescale adherence and quality assurance.
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Behavioural Competencies
Your 250-word responses to the following question should be uploaded as a Supporting Document: "Provide evidence of achievement in the Council’s Five Behaviours Framework: Efficient, Flexible, Leading, Working with Others, and Performing."
IMPORTANT NOTES ⚠️
- No CVs accepted: Submit application answers only. Additional evidence (e.g., qualifications) may be uploaded as needed.
- Internal applicants must apply via Opportunity Marketplace.
- Awaiting Interview Guarantee categories*:
- Disabled applicants (meeting essential criteria) are guaranteed an interview.
- Service-related (including veterans) applicants also eligible if criteria met.
- Legislative notes:
- Job protected under Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020.
- Overseas applicants: Submit officially translated criminal records checks confirming no active convictions.
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
- Selection events will be held; candidates may assist with checks if necessary.
- Non-compliance with timelines may result in withdrawal from consideration.
- Canvassing staff/members disqualifies you.
BENEFITS
As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you’ll enjoy: ✅ Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (plus voluntary AVC top-ups). ✅ 33 days’ annual leave + 10 Public Holidays. ✅ Occupational sick pay. ✅ Flexible work policies, including maternity/paternity leave. ✅ Employee assistance services (e.g., Physiotherapy, support networks). ✅ Discount schemes (e.g., cinema, cycle schemes).
HOW TO APPLY
- Answer the behavioural questions (detailed in Supporting Documents).
- Upload supplementary materials if required (e.g., proof of qualifications).
- Apply online. All correspondence is by email.
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