Painter & Decorator in Gloucester

We are currently looking for a Painter & Decorator to join our team in Gloucester and surrounding areas delivering high-quality finishes across void and tenanted residential properties. You’ll prepare surfaces, apply a range of finishes, and complete minor repairs to professional standards. This role requires excellent customer service, safe working practices, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting and decorating including filling, sanding, stripping wallpaper, and priming surfaces.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes, and wallpapers to interiors and exteriors using brushes, rollers, and other tools.
• Carry out minor plastering and repairs where necessary before decorating.
• Work on void and tenanted properties ensuring minimal disruption to residents.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant health & safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Protect furniture and flooring using dust sheets and appropriate coverings.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment on-site.
• Report any safeguarding concerns or property damage to supervisors promptly.
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete projects on time and to a high standard.
• Provide excellent customer service, maintaining respectful communication with tenants.
• Accurately complete job records, time sheets, and material usage logs.
• Transport and store materials safely and in accordance with company procedures.

You will need

• Demonstrable experience of painting & decorating in residential/domestic settings (minimum 2 years).
• Experience of working in both void and tenanted properties.
• Competent in preparing various surface types and applying different finishes to a professional standard.
• Awareness of and commitment to health and safety, including COSHH, manual handling, and working at height.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to engage with tenants with empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally.
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)

We will provide

• Excellent development and progression opportunities
• Competitive Salary up to £16ph starting salary – DOE
• 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
• Company Van + fuel card
• Tool voucher – annual allowance to purchase tools
• Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
• Recognition initiatives and awards

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Why Join Cardo Group?

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
• Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
• Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs. Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.