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We are seeking a highly skilled Specialist Painter & Decorator to join the engineering team of our prestigious five-star hotel, set within a beautifully preserved 18th century manor house. This role is integral to maintaining and enhancing the historic character, elegance, and impeccable presentation expected of a luxury heritage property. The successful candidate will combine traditional craftsmanship with a meticulous eye for detail, working sensitively within a listed building environment while meeting modern five-star hospitality standards.
Job Responsibility:
Carry out high-quality painting and decorating works throughout the manor house, guest bedrooms, public areas, spa, restaurants, and back-of-house spaces
Prepare surfaces using traditional and modern methods, including plaster repair, sanding, stripping, and priming, with particular care for historic finishes and substrates
Apply paints, varnishes, limewash, and specialist heritage coatings in line with conservation best practices
Restore and maintain decorative features such as cornices, mouldings, panelling, sash windows, doors, and period detailing
Work closely with the Maintenance and Housekeeping teams to schedule works with minimal disruption to guests
Ensure all work complies with conservation requirements, health and safety regulations, and hotel brand standards
Identify and report defects, wear, or damage to historic fabric and finishes
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and professional manner
Support refurbishment and seasonal maintenance programmes, including planned preventative maintenance
Requirements:
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting & Decorating (or equivalent) or time served
Heritage or conservation training (desirable but not essential)
Nice to have:
Heritage or conservation training
What we offer:
Tronc (Allocation for 2025 was £7,800+ per annum / per person based on full time hours)
Increased holiday allowance
Vitality healthcare cover
Employee assistance programme
Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary)