Painter & Decorator

Posted 16 April 2026
Salary Up to 34k depending on experience
LocationExeter
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Trades & Frontline Delivery
Reference001703

Job description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider with over 1,000 employees and 13 UK offices. We support clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors, delivering essential building services. As part of the Axis CLC group, backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the organisation, we offer responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment solutions nationwide.

 

Our teams take pride in delivering high-quality work that makes a real difference to the buildings and communities we serve.

 

The Role

We are looking for a Painter and Decorator to join our team, taking responsibility for delivering high-quality decorating works across a range of sites.

 

You will be responsible for site preparation, surface preparation, colour matching and the application of paint and finishes to walls, ceilings, furniture and other surfaces, ensuring work is completed to a high standard and in line with project requirements.

 

Responsibilities

*       Prepare and paint surfaces to a consistently high standard

*       Apply paints, coatings and finishes to internal and external surfaces

*       Carry out surface preparation including sanding, filling and priming

*       Apply specialist finishes such as stains and varnishes where required

*       (Desirable) Hang a variety of wallcoverings

*       Work collaboratively across a range of projects to meet programme deadlines

*       Monitor decorating materials and request stock as required

*       Ensure works are delivered within agreed budgets

*       Maintain high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping on site

*       Comply with all health and safety requirements at all times

 

 About You

*       To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

*       Previous experience in a similar Painter and Decorator role

*       Good all-round knowledge of decorating techniques and materials

*       Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

*       Ability to work independently and as part of a team

*       A customer-focused approach when working in occupied environments

*       Based within a commutable distance of Devon & Cornwall area 

*       NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum 

 
 
What We Offer

 

  • Salary of £34,192.08 per annum plus benefits including:

  • Company vehicle and fuel card (business use)

  • Pension and life assurance

  • 23 days’ holiday + bank holidays

  • Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more)

  • 1 paid volunteer day each year

  • £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation

  • Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC?

 

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

 

Our Commitment to Inclusion

 

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.