Painter & Decorator

Reports to Head of Facilities - Jason Hodges

Location: CBS Arena Coventry

Working Pattern: Full Time - Work a 35 hours per week with an unpaid hour lunch break (total 40 hours), that operates on a shift pattern, that consists of working any 5 in 7 (including weekend) to cover the Arena’s programme of special events and match days.

Term: Permanent / Full Time

Start: ASAP

About us

The Coventry Building Society Arena has solidified its status as a UK venue, drawing over 1.3 million visitors annually with its diverse array of events. More than just a stadium, the Arena offers cutting-edge facilities, including a state-of-the-art conference centre, exhibition spaces, and onsite hotel accommodations. Whether hosting a corporate event, a major exhibition, a star-studded concert or a major sporting event, the Arena is equipped to deliver every experience with unrivalled style and precision.

As the proud home of Coventry City Football Club, the Arena is deeply woven into the fabric of Coventry’s football culture. With a rich and storied history, within English football, it’s here that unforgettable goals are scored, and legendary matches unfold. The Arena stands as the heart and soul of Coventry City, where fans gather to create memories that will last a lifetime.

• Our vision is to be the UK leading multipurpose venue which offers endless possibilities.

• Our purpose is to deliver the best times for our Business, Entertainment, Sports and People

At Coventry Arena Retal Ltd out mindset is to obsess over the customer, operate with excellence and be the best team. To achieve this, we live by our values:

Own it, Be relevant, Think without limits.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Overview:

• To undertake all in-house painting and decorator tasks as directed by the central Facilities Help Desk and Head of Facilities

• Working as part of the wider facilities department, fulfilling and working with contractors within similar fields on project work

• To work flexibly as part of a team and assist all other departments when necessary to enable the venue to operate effectively.

Other duties:

• Carry out decorating tasks throughout the venue including painting, decorating, repairs and woodwork repairs

• Ensure all workstations are prepared and finished to a high standard

• Work to a schedule and able to be flexible about prioritise of work which will be supported by the in-house Help Desk management system

• Work with and assist external contractor or other project work within a similar field

• Identify and report concerns and repairs work via the facilities report system

• Maintain awareness and adhere to current best work practices that conform to health and safety regulations and legislation.

• Provide assistance to the wider facilities team and Head of Facilities within their skill set

• Provide cover on match day for general maintenance cover in accordance with the facilities rota

• Work a 40 hour shift pattern (including an hour unpaid lunch) across weekends to cover the Arena’s programme of special events and match days.

• Assist the team in carrying out pre-match and post-match checks for all sporting events or major events to all designated areas as determined by the Head of Facilities

• Any other duties deemed reasonable for the role.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Qualified minimum NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating desirable.

• Possess a City and Guilds qualification or equivalent training desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience working in large commercial buildings, stadiums, exhibition halls, multi-function facilities, hotels or similar within a similar role.

ApTITUDE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Be able to work on their own initiative.

• To drive and possess a full driving license.

• Ability to work as part of a multi skilled team and meet deadlines.

• A flexible approach to work and types of work to be undertaken.

• Be able to work at height. (IPAF licence would be an advantage).

• To have adequate communication skills bother verbal and written.

• Complete work administration sheets and separate a handheld ODA to receive and sign off tasks from online maintenance software.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of good painting and decorating techniques and working practices to work safely at work.

• Awareness of relevant Building Regulations and codes of practice desirable.

• Must have a flexible approach and a willingness to train and be developed to meet future needs of the department.

• Awareness of and a commitment to the legal requirement for health and safety.

Benefits:

• Onsite free car parking.

• Subsidised canteen.

• Company pension scheme.

• Death in service.

Employee Welfare:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* –Our EAP is provided by the Retail Trust Charity and includes a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support. Our support doesn’t just focus on physical health but mental wellbeing also.

24 Hour GP* – ZGP24 is a remote GP and second medical opinion service that provides you and your household members with timely access to medical advice, available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Welfare support services are reviewed annually and may change from time to time.

To apply, please email arenarecruitment@cbsarena.co.uk