Your new company

HMP Swansea is an Adult male category B/C prison site located in Swansea.

Your new role

• Carry out painting and decorating tasks across various areas of HMP Swansea, including walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and external structures.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming as required.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes, and other coatings to a high standard.
• Ensure that all work is completed in line with health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to schedule and prioritise work to meet project deadlines.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and make recommendations for improvement where necessary.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean and organised at all times.
• Comply with all site regulations, including health and safety protocols, security checks, and confidentiality requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as a painter and decorator, ideally in a maintenance or facilities management setting.
• Good knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Must be able to pass security checks and work within the secure environment of HMP Swansea.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time effectively.
• Previous experience working in a correctional facility or similar environment is an advantage, though not essential.

What you'll get in return

A competitive rate of pay and long-term temporary work.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.