Painter & Decorator

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Search Consultancy is looking for an all-round, Skilled Painter & Decorator to join our busy construction teams across Newcastle. We are partnering with leading volume house builders and refurbishment contractors who require tradespeople capable of delivering flawless finishes at a fast pace. If you are a Decorator who thrives in a productivity-driven environment and can move seamlessly from mist-coating new plaster to high-spec glossing and woodwork, we have immediate starts and long-term runs of work available now. The Role

• Full Decorating Scope: Carrying out internal and external painting on domestic or commercial developments.
• Surface Preparation: Professional sanding, filling, and priming of surfaces to ensure a high-standard substrate for final coats.
• Application: Expert use of brushes and rollers for emulsion and gloss work; experience with airless spraying is a major advantage.
• Finishing & Snagging: Detailed touch-ups and final snagging to ensure every room is "handover ready" for the client.
  
  Productivity Driven: We need Painters used to the speed of new-build sites who can keep the program on track while maintaining a "snag-free" finish. Requirements Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating is highly desirable.
• CSCS Card: A valid Blue or Gold card is mandatory.
• Experience: Proven track record in "house bashing," commercial fit-outs, or high-volume residential work.
• Tools & PPE: Full professional kit (including whites, brushes, rollers, and extension poles) and standard 5-point PPE.
• Reliability: Must be able to work as part of a team or individually to hit strict plot deadlines.
• Right to Work: Must have a valid right to work in the UK. Why Work With Search? Steady Pipeline: We work with the biggest names in North East construction; when one site finishes, we aim to move you straight to the next project in Newcastle.
• Weekly Pay: Reliable, on-time payments every Friday via CIS, PAYE, or Umbrella.