South Lanarkshire Council
H&T 4979 -G2 Painter (604756)
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Painted Technical Specialist
ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 14 July 2026 at 11:55PM
Important Notes
- Please ensure you read the full advert text – no CVs will be accepted as they are not part of the SLC application process.
- If additional supporting information is required, upload it under supporting documents.
- Internal applicants must apply via Opportunity Marketplace.
Role Details
Location: Hamilton Business Unit
Hours & Contract:
- 37 hours per week
- Fixed term for up to 3 months
- Work Pattern: 2-week rotate
- Week 1: Monday–Thursday, 7.30am–5.15pm
- Week 2: Tuesday–Friday, 7.30am–5.15pm
Salary: £39,856 – £40,995 per year
About the Role
South Lanarkshire Council is seeking an experienced trade specialist (Painter) to support building services projects, including new build, refurbishments, and maintenance.
You will be time-served in your discipline, holding a relevant SVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification, with proven high-quality workmanship across both commercial and domestic projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Executing painting and decorating tasks efficiently
- Meeting deadlines within pre-determined timescales
- Maintaining customer care and professional communication
- Adhering to health and safety standards
For the job profile details and further specifications, please view: Painter Job Specification (South Lanarkshire Council)
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Application Process
As part of your online application, you must respond to the following questions (upload answers under supporting documents):
Please provide evidence of your experience and achievements within the following five behaviours framework:
- Efficient / Flexible / Leading / Working with Others / Performing
Additional Requirements
Recruitment Checks
- Preferred candidates may be required to assist with recruitment verification checks.
- If checks are delayed, you may be automatically withdrawn from consideration.
Policy Compliance
- Canvassing by Elected Members or Council employees for this role will disqualify applicants.
Legislative Notes
- This position is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020.
- Overseas candidates must provide a translated overseas criminal records check, confirming no pending criminal proceedings.
Council Commitment
Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
We welcome applications from:
- All under-represented groups
- Applicants with a disability ( guaranteed interview if criteria met )
- Care-experienced candidates
- Black, Asian and minority ethnic applicants
- Military services applicants ( GOLD Armed Forces Covenant )
- New Scots (recently relocated to the UK)
Veterans & Service Leavers
Our UK Armed Forces Covenant GOLD Award ensures:
- Guaranteed interviews for military personnel if essential criteria met.
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Employee Benefits
_as a member of South Lanarkshire Council, you will enjoy:**
- Award-winning local government pension scheme
- Ability to increase pension value via Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme
- 33 days annual leave + 10 public holidays
- Occupational sick pay
- Family-friendly policies (e.g., flexible working, enhanced maternity/paternity leave)
- Employee discounts (including cinema)
- Additional support schemes:
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Physiotherapy services
- Employment Assistance Programme (practical/emotional support)
About South Lanarkshire Council
As the unitary authority of South Lanarkshire, Scotland, we manage:
- £1 billion annual budget
- 16,000 employees across diverse roles
- 16,000 square kilometres (rural uplands, market towns like Lanark/Strathaven, new towns such as East Kilbride)
Our Economic Strategy Vision
To build a dynamic, inclusive economy where businesses, communities, and people thrive.
Our Priority Pillars:
- People: Upskilling and employability (including job opportunities like this one)
- Place: Infrastructure and community wellbeing
- Business: Fueling growth and innovation
Interested? All correspondence will be via email. Apply online.
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