Painter & Decorator
1 day ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Painter & Decorator\n\nLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne\n\nAgency: Search Consultancy\n\nPayment Terms: CIS (Weekly Pay)\n\nStart Date: Immediate\n\nSearch Consultancy is currently recruiting for an experienced Painter & Decorator to join a commercial project in Newcastle. This position offers an immediate start with a consistent run of local work for the right candidate.\n\nWe are seeking a qualified professional who maintains high standards of workmanship and reliability to support our client's delivery schedule.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nSurface Preparation: Washing down, scraping, sanding, filling, and taping up all surfaces to ensure a flawless base prior to paint application.\n\nInternal & External Finishing: Applying emulsion, gloss, undercoats, and specialised coatings to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and metal fixtures to high commercial standards.\n\nPrecision Work: Executing precise cutting-in, maintaining sharp lines, and ensuring uniform coverage without runs, drips, or brush marks.\n\nSnagging & Touch-ups: Identifying defects and systematically carrying out final snagging works ahead of client handovers.\n\nMaterial Management: Properly mixing, thinning, and matching paints, while managing stock efficiently to minimize site waste.\n\nAsset Protection: Safeguarding surrounding surfaces, floors, and fixtures using dust sheets, masking tape, and protective drop cloths.\n\nH&S Compliance: Adhering strictly to site safety regulations, including the correct handling and disposal of hazardous materials (COSHH) and maintaining a tidy workspace.\n\nRequirements\n\nCSCS Card: Valid Blue or Gold CSCS card preferred.\n\nExperience: Proven track record in commercial, industrial, or high-volume domestic painting.\n\nTools & PPE: Full professional kit (including whites, brushes, rollers, extension poles, and prep tools) and standard 5-point PPE.\n\nRight to Work: Valid right to work in the UK.\n\nWhy Partner with Search?\n\nLocal Continuity: This project is based entirely in Newcastle, reducing travel times and commuting costs.\n\nReliable CIS Payments: Processed accurately every Friday without hidden umbrella fees or payment delays.\n\nFuture Deployment: As one of the leading construction agencies in the North East, our dedicated desk works to transition reliable tradespeople directly onto subsequent local contracts upon project completion.\n\nSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age