At Ian Williams, our ReadingPainting team now have an exciting opportunity for a Working Foreperson (formerly known as Foreman/Forewoman) to undertake the responsibility of organising, supervising, and providing continuous support to a team of Painters operating in thesurrounding areas.
Our teams deliver essential internal and external decorating projects within residential, commercial and educational settings across the local and surrounding areas. We welcome talking to ‘hands on’ Forepersons(formerly known as Foreman/ Forewoman) who enjoy leading by example and can successfully encourage and motivate a direct trade workforce.
At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job:
- Competitive guaranteed basic salaryof£39,992.00for a39 hourworking week
- Ontarget earningsup to £44,048.00with bonus
- Company Van plus fuel card
- Uniform and PPEprovided, no charge
- Pluspaid holidays,Pension contributions,Life Insurance
- Free legal and financial advice, plusfree counsellingvia Lighthouse Charity
Our tradespeopldon’tjust joinus,theystaywithus. Wedon’tjust talk career development, weliveit.Find out more by reading “Life at Ian Williams” below.
Your duties and responsibilitieswill include:
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Working on the tools,  whilst maintaining the supervision of a directly employed trades team, the site and labour allocation within residential properties, as well as commercial and educational settings on occasiontoo.
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The daily management of team productivity, the regular reporting of this and job completion information communicated to the Contracts Manager
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Health and Safety reporting – you will complete on-site welfare checks including monitoring safe ways of working, PPE, van, and tool/equipment inspections
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The delivery of regular toolbox talks
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Pre work inspections, setups and post inspections of works completed
Expectations of the Working Foreperson:
- We welcome applications from experienced Painters, who have a proven track record managing projects
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Qualified to a minimum NVQ 2 level or equivalent in a core trade
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Experience ofsupervisingsites/projects successfully within a painting or similar setting would be advantageous
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Excellent customer service and communication skills
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Possession of a full current UK Driving licence, which is essential to undertake the Working Foreperson role
Additional benefits include:
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Pension contributions
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Industry sick pay
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Regular training and performance reviews, allowing for the opportunity to develop within your role, and progress within the business
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Funding towards job relevant qualifications
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Preferred company supplier trade discounts
Life at Ian Williams
Working atIan Williams means stability,safetyand the chance togo further with us. Ouremployeesbenefitfromlong-termsecured work,due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings.
We strive to createa strong safety culture,recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award,which gives us a stay culture.
Our Trades community hasan average length of service of 4.5 years.You’llbe joiningacompany where your skills are valued, your hard work is rewarded, andwe’llsupport your development both on and off the tools.We are proud ourTradespeoplehave grew into Business and General Managers.Don’tapply for a job, apply for a career!
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Working Painter Foreperson in Basingstoke employer: Ian Williams
At Ian Williams Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for our Contracts Manager role based in the vibrant Plymouth area. Our commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and respect is reflected in our supportive work culture, where coaching and development are prioritised, and your contributions are both recognised and rewarded. With a range of benefits including a profit share scheme, enhanced leave options, and comprehensive health support, we offer a fulfilling environment for those passionate about delivering outstanding results and fostering team growth.
