Magna Housing
Painter and Decorator (Somerset and North Dorset Region)
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Salary £33,173 per annum plus benefits and allowances.
39 hours per week.
Field-based with regular travel across Somerset and North Dorset region. We recommend that you reside within 30 miles of TA4 4RF.
Permanent role.
Closing date for applications: 23.07.26 (Midday)
Please be aware that we are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship against this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work and reside in the UK without the need for Employer Sponsorship.
At Magna, our vision is to create great homes together. We have ambitious plans, and are seeking creative, aspirational, and talented people to join our fast paced, adaptable, and highly collaborative environment.
The Role & What You Take Care Of:
Are you looking for a role where your skills make a real difference every day? Join Magna as a Painter and Decorator and be part of a supportive, purpose-led team delivering high-quality repairs that help customers feel safe and proud of their homes. We will make sure you have what you need to do the job well, including a company van, uniform, trade-related power tools, excellent benefits, and varied, rewarding work base. If you take pride in your workmanship, enjoy problem-solving, and bring a flexible, customer-focused approach, we would love to hear from you.
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You will work independently to complete internal decoration to a high standard in our empty properties, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation. You will occasionally work alongside other trades.
We seek applicants with proven experience of the painting and decorating trade who are able to maintain high quality output with consistent productivity levels.
We are looking for self-sufficient, positive, polite, and approachable individuals willing to learn and work with our IT systems. A comprehensive role profile is attached to this advert.
What You Need to Be Successful:
- Proven experience as a time served Painter and Decorator. An NVQ Level 2 Painter Decorator or equivalent qualification would be advantageous.
- You will need to demonstrate a punctual, proactive attitude with a positive demeanour and be capable of working safely and efficiently without supervision.
- Willingness to learn new skills and contribute to the community, along with excellent customer service skills.
- Basic IT skills with ability to use iPad and you must hold a full driving license.
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This post is subject to a basic level DBS check. (Disclosure and Barring Service). Applicants with transferable qualities are encouraged to apply.
For an Informal Discussion About This Post:
Please contact: Dani Davies - Talent Acquisition Manager at dani.davies@magna.org.uk / 07528 974936
To Apply:
Please follow the link attached to this advert or our full range of benefit details and application process can be viewed on our Magna Careers Webpage, under each vacancy: https://www.magna.org.uk/careers/current-vacancies
Magna reserves the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. We therefore highly recommend that you submit your application early.
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