New Handyperson position available at Randstad CPE
Job Title: Painter & Decorator
Location: Chatham, Kent (ME4 / ME5)
Start Date: Tomorrow, Friday 16th October 2026
Contract Duration: 1 Week Cover
Working Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (40 paid hours per week)
Pay Rate: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour (dependent on pay structure and experience)
About the Role
We are urgently recruiting a skilled Painter & Decorator for a short-term cover role on a project in Chatham, starting tomorrow, Friday 16th October 2026.
This is a 1-week contract focusing on interior and exterior preparation, finishing, and touch-ups to ensure high-quality decoration before site sign-off.
Key Responsibilities
-
Surface preparation including sanding, filling, scraping, priming, and making good walls, woodwork, and ceilings.
-
Internal and external painting applying emulsion, gloss, undercoat, and specialist coatings with high attention to detail.
-
Snagging, touch-up work, and ensuring clean, straight lines around trims, doors, and window frames.
-
Protecting surrounding areas, flooring, and fittings using dust sheets and masking tape.
-
Maintaining a tidy work zone and keeping painting equipment thoroughly cleaned at the end of shifts.
Requirements
-
Valid CSCS Card (Skilled Worker Blue/Gold Card preferred; Green CSCS accepted with proven trade experience).
-
Own Whites, Hand & Painting Tools (Brushes, rollers, trays, scuttle buckets, filling knives, prep tools).
-
Full PPE (Steel toe-cap boots, high-vis vest/jacket, and hard hat).
-
Proven background as a qualified or time-served Painter & Decorator.
-
Dependable, efficient, and able to work independently to a high standard.
-
Right to work in the UK.
Working Hours & Benefits
-
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
-
Dates: Friday, 16th October 2026 - Friday, 23rd October 2026 (1 week cover).
-
Location: Chatham (ME4 / ME5).
-
Fast, weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options.
How to Apply (Urgent Tomorrow Start)
If you are a skilled Painter with your own tools, a CSCS card, and can start in Chatham tomorrow morning, call Sophie on
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Handyperson in Chatham employer: Randstad Construction & Property Careers
As a leading employer in the marine civil engineering sector, we offer our Site Managers a dynamic work environment at a regional port, where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for professional growth. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and supportive work culture, ensuring that you can thrive while contributing to impactful projects in a live maritime facility. With competitive rates and a focus on safety and innovation, we provide a rewarding career path for those looking to make a difference in the industry.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction & Property Careers Recruitment Team
