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Painter and Decorator (reporting to the Facilities Manager)
About the Role
This position will require travel across multiple locations, so a driving license and access to a vehicle will be essential. The post holder will be based out of Audley village in Englefield Green but the position will include regular travel to other sites to support with major projects.
Audley Retirement Villages are set in idyllic locations where owners can retire in a peaceful but lavish setting. These villages consist of private residential homes with a management fee covering upkeep and access to on-site services. The villages also host external customers, and this role ensures a first-class, positive experience for both types of clients.
As the Painter and Decorator, you will maintain the aesthetic appeal and functionality of retirement villages across a designated area. Your work will enhance the living environment for owners while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere through painting and decorating tasks.
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Facilities Manager, you will:
- Provide a proactive and reactive painting and decorating service across retirement villages.
- Undertake repairs to surfaces including:
- Walls, floors, and ceilings (both inside and outside properties).
- Doors and windows (front and back of house).
- Develop a detailed painting plan with the Facilities Manager, outlining required tasks, methods, and materials for a high-standard, long-lasting finish.
- Create and maintain a painting schedule, specifying work frequency and timings for each village area.
- Promptly identify and address decorative maintenance issues, including:
- Touch-ups.
- Repairs.
- Remediation of water damage or imperfections.
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure painted surfaces are in optimal condition.
- Be diplomatic and empathetic when dealing with Owners (both within the village and their private homes).
- Manage an inventory of painting supplies, equipment, and materials, requesting additional items as needed.
- Maintain high standards and document work with before and after photos.
- Keep a clean and organised workspace, prioritising the safety of Owners, team members, and visitors.
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Grounds teams, offering flexibility as required.
- Perform any other duties directed by the Facilities Manager.
- Strictly adhere to health and safety regulations while performing painting and decorating tasks.
- Demonstrate flexibility in working hours to meet painting schedule demands.
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Key Skills & Requirements
- Proven experience in painting, decorating, and wallpapering.
- Essential: Experience in softwashing.
- Advantageous: Experience in five-star or quality-led environments.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Dependable, punctual, and hardworking, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results with minimal supervision.
- Preferred but not essential: Formal training or certification in painting and decorating.
- Proficiency in using access equipment for tasks.
- Willingness to work at heights, indoors, and outdoors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with Owners, colleagues, and contractors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety best practices.
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Benefits
- Work-life balance.
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme (5% contribution from the employer).
- 28 days Annual Leave (including bank holidays).
- 50% discount on food and drinks at nationwide Audley restaurants.
- Access to Guest suites at staff rates across all luxury villages.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- Free membership to employee discount portal (access to major retailers).
- Free membership to Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme.
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
- Free uniform and additional perks.
Inclusivity Statement AEM Living is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and values diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.
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