Maintenance Painter
Albert Bartlett
Maintenance Painter
robertson· Facilities Management
About this role
Overview
Care. Initiative. Pride. We see more than just high standards.
Maintenance Painter
Location: University Hospital North Durham
Working hours: 38.75 hours per week, 8:30am to 4:15pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full time, permanent
Please note, the internal job title is Maintenance Operative - Painter
Robertson Facilities Management (RFM) provides hard and soft FM services, grounds maintenance and energy services for single and multi-site locations throughout the UK. We work across sectors including education, healthcare, emergency services and commercial, assuring our customers of high-quality, best value and a sustainable approach.
RFM has grown significantly since its inception in 1999, with a turnover of £181m for FY2025 and employs more than 1500 people. We are now on a growth trajectory, with ambitious plans to grow the business to £300m turnover by 2030. Our plans for growth require RFM to ‘make the market’, and to be at the forefront of high value opportunities in the FM marketplace
Your new role
What you’ll do:
As the Painter on site, you will operate in and maintain a physical environment in which healthcare can be delivered to the patient. The main elements being the maintenance of both building fabric and services including external and internal finishes, fittings, and fixtures. Works ranging from minor alterations to major refurbishments.
- Planned and reactive decoration of the hospital facility
- Assist other trades when necessary
What you’ll need:
- Relevant experience and/or qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ in painting, decorating, plaster work, etc.
- Good manual dexterity
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Able to follow written instruction and safety procedures
The successful candidate will require a Standard DBS Check before starting in the job.
Who we’re looking for:
People are at the heart of everything we do and achieve at Robertson. To fit right into the team, you’ll be committed to understanding the needs of our customers and work collaboratively towards our shared goals; get the best from teams and individuals, be confident in your decisions, and calm and quick to adjust to unexpected challenges; and help us make progress towards a sustainable future for ourselves and our communities.
What's in it for me
Working the Robertson Way
Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means…
We listen
Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.
We are professional
Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.
We take responsibility
Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.
We are determined to succeed
Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.
We are one team
We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.
What’s in it for you?
In addition to the hourly rate, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits:
- 33 days annual leave
- Private pension
- Life assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Rewards platform for discounts with retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and more
- Annual flu vaccine
- Free Health & Wellbeing advice
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.
Apply now
If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This Maintenance Painter role at robertson is based in North East England, UK. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Maintenance Painter role at robertson full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Maintenance Painter role in the Facilities Management department at robertson.
Which team or department does the Maintenance Painter at robertson belong to?
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When was the Maintenance Painter job at robertson posted?
This Maintenance Painter position at robertson was posted on Sep 23, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Maintenance Painter
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