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Vacancy: Painter

Mount Stuart Trust is looking for a Painter to join our team.

 

Job description

Salary: £30-32k 
Contract type: Permanent 
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week 

 

Working within our small maintenance team, at least half your time will be working at Mount Stuart House undertaking cyclical maintenance and decoration projects as well as being involved with conservation tasks. The other half of your time will be working on the upkeep of the residential and self-catering holiday let portfolio.

 

You will be responsible for planning, organising, and carrying out painting and decorating repairs across Mount Stuart House and other Mount Stuart Trust sites on the Isle of Bute. The role includes everything from re-coating sash and case windows to contributing to conservation projects, working closely with joiners and other members of the maintenance and House teams.

 

Required Skills and Qualifications

 

  • Proven Experience: Demonstrable experience working with historic or listed buildings is essential.
  • Specialist Materials Knowledge: Familiarity with materials appropriate for historic surfaces, including limewash, specialist oils, and recognised heritage paint systems.
  • Conservation Techniques: A strong understanding of how to prepare and repair sensitive historic surfaces—such as wood, plaster, and masonry—while protecting original architectural features.
  • Certifications: working at height certification desirable, but training can be provided.

 

Key Responsibilities of the Role

  • Undertake conservation and routine maintenance painting works across Mount Stuart Trust properties, using a range of traditional painting techniques.
  • Carry out conservation and ongoing maintenance at Mount Stuart House, the Grade A listed mansion on the Isle of Bute, including traditional decorative finishes within the main house and historic buildings across the estate.
  • Work collaboratively as part of the maintenance team to deliver the painting programme for residential properties, self-catering holiday accommodation, and other buildings within the Trust’s portfolio.
  • Support the development of future apprentices or placement students by providing training and mentorship in traditional painting skills.
  • Adhere to and actively promote Mount Stuart Trust’s Health and Safety policies at all times.
  • Participate in relevant training courses throughout employment, as required to support the role or to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

 

Essential

  • Significant working experience as a Painter
  • Knowledge and experience of painting practices and techniques
  • Knowledge of Traditional paint systems
  • Health & Safety awareness relating to construction works
  • Full driving licence

 

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to Fiona@MountStuart.com. Closing date 27th February.

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