Painter & Decorator Apprenticeship at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital Northfield B31 P&D Level 2

Undertake a period of training to acquire the skills to be able to carry out decorating and painting duties including routine maintenance repairs, minor improvements and planned preventative maintenance works.

• Undertake training for the safe erection, use of scaffolding towers, and working at height.
• Select (within limits) material and equipment to complete maintenance requests.
• Work with/support various repair teams in the Estates department and shadow other operatives.
• Attend college and training courses to progress and apply what you have learned.
• Comply with all health and safety policies and procedures, using and safely operating a range of tools associated with your role.
• Complete a weekly timesheet and other paperwork associated with your role.
• At all times, wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment relative to the task.
• Work closely with management and the office team to understand the ordering processes and administrative tasks necessary for the smooth running of the Estates Department.
• Ensure that the recording of maintenance work and planned preventative maintenance is accurate and detailed.
• Undertake any additional duties commensurate with the post.
• The post holder will seek advice and support from a supervisor or manager whenever necessary, escalating any complex issues.
• The postholder will be guided by Trust Policy and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure that any potential issues that could affect service delivery are reported to the Estates Managers.

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

• English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 - 9 or A-C (Desired)
• Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 - 9 or A-C (Desired)