Painter (Shifts)
Equans Uk & Ireland
Perform hospital painting, decoration, maintenance and urgent repairs on rotating shifts.
16 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Kirkcaldy, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
90,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Technical Services
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Turnkey
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Microelectronics and new technologies
Data Centers
Biotechnology & pharmaceutical industry
Food industry
Nuclear
Energy production & renewable solutions
Marine & offshore
Defense
Role
What you would be doing
surface prep
paint application
fabric works
risk assessment
materials management
lifecycle painting
- Liaise with clinical staff before starting works, ensuring safety and clear communication.
- Prepare surfaces and apply finishes including paint, varnish, and wallpaper.
- Carry out fabric works, including painting, patching, sanding, and minor wall protection replacements.
- Support small works projects and variations as directed by Equans line management.
- Safely mix and match paint to meet hospital design specifications.
- Promote a positive safety, diversity, and inclusion culture in line with Equans policies.
- Conduct inspections and touch-ups to maintain high standards of appearance.
- Complete point-of-work risk assessments and adhere to RAMS, SLAs, KPIs, and Health & Safety standards.
- Respond to urgent reactive painting and decoration requests, including emergency repairs during shift hours.
- Manage site materials effectively and ensure PPE is always worn.
- Work in sensitive areas (wards, operating theatres, labs) with minimal disruption, following infection control protocols.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work, materials used, and time spent.
- Deliver planned lifecycle programmes of internal & external painting, decoration, and maintenance.
What you bring
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- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality finishes.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Completed a relevant apprenticeship and qualified to minimum NC (or NVQ equivalent) level.
- Proven experience as a painter (healthcare experience desirable but not essential).
- Experience in minor plastering, surface repair, and wallpaper application.
- Disclosure Scotland to PVG level required.
- Understanding of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH.
- Knowledge of painting techniques, tools, and materials.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends.
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Gym membership discounts
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- The role will require you to work on a shift basis covering Early, Backs and Nights - this will be covered at interview stage. You will receive a shift allowance in addition to the annual salary.
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Access to our growing employee networks
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
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Security clearance- disclosure scotland pvg level required
- applicants may undergo a disclosure check
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Overview
€19.2B turnover
Global revenue
The company operates as part of a global powerhouse with a significant financial footprint.
20 countries
Global presence
The company's reach extends across 20 countries worldwide.
£2B revenue
UK & Ireland operations
The UK arm contributes significantly to the company's global operations.
2021 launch
UK rebrand
The company rebranded in the UK to focus on technical and energy services.
- It’s part of a global powerhouse operating in 20 countries with a €19.2 billion turnover in 2024.
- In the UK & Ireland, the company delivers multi‑disciplinary projects—from town regeneration to smart energy systems.
- Expertise spans technical services, facilities management, low‑carbon energy, green mobility, district energy and decentralised renewables.
- Typical projects include hospital energy upgrades, heat networks at universities, public sector building retrofits and urban regeneration schemes.
- A standout fact: it rebranded from ENGIE in mid‑2021 to sharpen focus and agility in technical and energy services.
- Now led by a locally appointed CEO, it combines global scale with regional delivery—blending international muscle with UK‑Ireland focus.
3,000-Vehicle Fleet
Electrified Fleet
Fleet electrification initiative to phase out diesel generators.
10,000 Trees Planted
Tree Planting Initiative
Initiative to promote biodiversity through tree planting at customer and community sites.
ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 45001
Certified Management Systems
Certifications for quality, environment, and safety management systems.
Right Answer (ANS)
Mission Focus
Mission to provide the 'Right Answer' to customer needs through innovative solutions.
- Robustness and performance underpinned by highest ethical standards at all times
- Core shared values: respect, integrity, and responsibility
- Safety First programme aiming for zero fatalities & serious accidents
- Leaders set example by embedding safety in decision-making and site visits
- Equans Tree Fund: planted over 10,000 trees at customer and community sites
- #ProudtoMakeitReal – delivering “real solutions” supporting greener, efficient, connected world
Net Zero by 2035
Climate Commitments
Aiming for Scope 1 and 2 emissions neutrality by 2035, with Scope 3 targets set for 2050 and a 52% reduction by 2030.
3,000 Electrified Vehicles
Clean Fleet
Transitioning to an electrified fleet of 3,000 vehicles and phasing out diesel generators to improve air quality.
10,000 Trees Planted
Reforestation Efforts
Over 10,000 trees have been planted since 2019 through the Tree Fund initiative.
Over 2 Mt CO₂ Savings
Carbon Reduction Impact
The Carbon Shift initiative has identified over 2 million tonnes of CO₂ savings, along with £500 million in client cost savings and £400 million in public funding.
- SBTi validation confirms alignment with the 1.5°C Paris Agreement trajectory.
- Holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management, supported by ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards.
- Waste reduction through circular-economy partnerships and closed-loop recycling training programs.
- Provides smart building solutions, EV infrastructure, water-usage reduction, and biodiversity safeguards.
- Follows an integrated ESG ('Planet') strategy, with quarterly reporting via the IMPACT Manifesto governance framework.
- DE&I vision: “enable a culture which values difference and delivers fairness for all”
- “Be Yourself” strategy structured around six pillars: Inclusive Culture; Leadership & Governance; The Talent Journey; Policies & Ways of Working; Community & Supply Chain; Driving Performance
- Six employee‑led networks: AccessAbility; Encompass (LGBTQ+); RISE (ethnic minorities); Veterans & Reservists; Women Together; Working Parents; plus Young Professionals
- External partnerships: Business in the Community, Business Disability Forum, Inclusive Employers, Stonewall
- Annual objective‑setting includes mandatory DE&I goals for all employees
- Executive sponsorship via CFO and Head of DE&I; accountability embedded in governance
- Focus on attracting, recruiting, developing and retaining diverse talent for high‑performing culture
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