Painter & Decorator Jobs

If you’ve got a keen eye for detail and take pride in producing high-quality finishes, a career as a Painter and Decorator could be an excellent fit. These roles offer variety, creativity, and the chance to make a visible impact on every project you complete. At Stafffinders, we work with respected employers, helping both skilled tradespeople and enthusiastic newcomers find rewarding construction and trades jobs that suit their experience and ambitions.

Painters and Decorators play a key role in transforming spaces, from preparing surfaces and applying finishes to adding the final professional touch that brings a project together. Whether you’re working on residential properties, commercial buildings, or large-scale construction developments, your craftsmanship ensures every project looks its best and meets the highest standards.

What Does a Painter and Decorator Do?

A Painter and Decorator is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing interior and exterior surfaces to achieve the desired look and level of protection. The role involves a mix of manual skill, precision, and creativity, often requiring work both indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings. Typical duties in Painter and Decorator jobs include:

• Preparing walls, ceilings, and surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and filling.

• Applying paint, varnish, or wallpaper according to design requirements.

• Mixing and matching paints to achieve specific colours or finishes.

• Repairing cracks, holes, or damaged surfaces before decorating.

• Ensuring all materials are applied safely and correctly.

• Maintaining tools, brushes, and equipment in good working order.

• Following health and safety procedures on-site at all times.

Painters and Decorators often work as part of a construction or renovation team, collaborating with site managers, joiners, and plasterers to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skills and Qualities for Painter and Decorator Jobs

To excel in a Painter and Decorator role, you’ll need a steady hand, an eye for precision, and a strong sense of colour and design. Employers value professionals who can combine practical skills with a creative approach while maintaining efficiency and attention to detail on every job. Key skills and attributes include:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in finish.

• Strong hand-eye coordination and practical ability.

• Knowledge of different paints, coatings, and application methods.

• Good colour awareness and design understanding.

• Ability to work efficiently alone or as part of a team.

• Awareness of workplace safety standards and PPE use.

• Reliability and pride in delivering quality workmanship.

While experience in painting and decorating is advantageous, many employers offer on-the-job training or apprenticeships for individuals with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Holding a CSCS card is often required for site-based work.

Training and Career Progression

Starting as a Painter and Decorator opens the door to a wide range of opportunities within the construction and trades sector. With experience, you can progress into supervisory or specialist roles, or even start your own decorating business.

Career progression may include positions such as:

• Senior Painter and Decorator

• Site Supervisor or Foreperson

• Interior Finisher or Specialist Decorator

• Project Manager or Business Owner

Further training and certifications, for example, through City & Guilds or SVQs in Painting and Decorating, can help you enhance your skills, expand your services, and boost your earning potential.

Add colour to your career, explore Painter and Decorator jobs with Stafffinders today and discover your next opportunity in Scotland’s growing construction industry.