De Vere Wokefield Estate
De Vere Wokefield Estate set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant and our Summerhouse are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.
Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station.
At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.
Painter & Decorator Supervisor
Are you an experienced Painter & Decorator Supervisor looking to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a motivated and detail-driven professional to lead our painting and decorating team, ensuring our venue is always presented at its very best.
As a Painter & Decorator Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in preserving the look and feel of our property, while also overseeing the smooth delivery of decorating projects across the venue.
Working closely with the Maintenance Manager, you’ll supervise painting and decorating tasks, ensuring the highest standards are maintained throughout. You’ll lead by example, making sure all work is carried out safely, with minimal disruption to our guests, and that your team consistently delivers a first-class service. Alongside supervising projects, you’ll also support with hands-on decorating and occasionally assist with general maintenance tasks when needed.
In return this role offers, a competitive salary, free meals on duty, complimentary use of leisure facilities, and a paid day off for your birthday. You’ll also enjoy generous discounts including overnight stays from just £50 per room, 50% off food and drink, and a complimentary two-night stay each year.
Your skills & experience:
• Proven experience as a Painter & Decorator
• Supervisory or team leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and guide others
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
• A keen eye for detail and dedication to achieving a high standard of work
• Awareness of Health & Safety and safe working practices
• A proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude and a team-focused approach
Benefits:
The Pay & Benefits:
At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Painter & Decorator Supervisor.
- £30,000 per year
- Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
- Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
- We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
- Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
- As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
- Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
- 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
- Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
- We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
- Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
- Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
- Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
- Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
