Painter jobs in Kingston upon Hull

Company Overview

Join One of the UK’s Fastest Growing Manufacturers – The Vuba Journey Has Only Just Begun

Founded in 2009 by entrepreneur Sean Scott, Vuba has grown from an ambitious start-up into one of the UK’s fastest growing manufacturing businesses. Driven by innovation, investment and an unwavering commitment to quality, we’ve built a reputation as a global leader in resin surfacing products and specialist construction materials.

Our headquarters are located in Hull’s vibrant Fruit Market, supported by a growing network of specialist facilities across the UK. This includes our National Production & Distribution Centre in Melton, Easihold Production & Distribution Centre in Beverley, Research & Development Centre in Beverley, Aggregate Processing Facility in Goole, and Regional Distribution Centres in Birstall and Bridgwater. Internationally, our Americas Distribution Centre in Virginia supports our rapidly expanding presence across North America, alongside our operations in the Middle East and our worldwide distribution network.

Over the past two years, we’ve invested more than £5 million into new manufacturing facilities, automation, research, technology and distribution infrastructure. Every investment has one goal: delivering industry-leading products, exceptional customer service and a world-class experience for our customers.

Proudly manufacturing in Britain, Vuba products are now trusted in more than 60 countries across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and beyond. As global demand continues to accelerate, so does our ambition.

Our growth speaks for itself. Revenue has increased from £15 million in 2021 to £28 million in 2024, with the business on track to achieve £70 million in revenue during 2026. Backed by a passionate team and a social media audience of more than one million people, Vuba has become one of the most recognised brands in our industry.

Our Awards:

• Back-to-back King’s Awards for Enterprise:
• Innovation (2025)
• International Trade (2026)
• Financial Times – Fastest Growing Manufacturer in Europe
• Financial Times – FT1000 Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies
• FEBE Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies (five consecutive years)
• The Sunday Times Top 100 Fastest Growing Businesses
• YouTube Creator Award

Why Join Vuba?
We’re building more than a business—we’re building a team of ambitious people who want to make an impact.
Whether you’re an experienced professional looking for your next challenge or a young, ambitious individual ready to launch your career, you’ll find genuine opportunities to develop, grow and progress with us. We value people who are driven, adaptable, curious and willing to challenge the norm.

If you’re looking to be part of a business that’s investing, expanding and shaping the future of British manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.

At Vuba, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. If you’re ready to work hard, think differently, embrace opportunity and be part of something extraordinary, your future starts here.

Primary Purpose of the Role:

To carry out a range of general building, repair and maintenance tasks across Vuba sites, helping to keep buildings, facilities and work areas safe, functional and well maintained. The role will involve practical multi-skilled work including basic plumbing, decorating, brickwork, joinery, flooring, fit-out and finishing work, completing tasks to a good standard and in line with health and safety requirements.

Key Accountabilities:

• Carry out general building, repair and maintenance work across Vuba sites.
• Complete basic plumbing repairs and maintenance, identifying and escalating work that requires a qualified specialist.
• Undertake basic decorating, including preparation, filling, sanding, painting and touch-ups.
• Carry out minor brickwork repairs and general masonry tasks where competent to do so.
• Complete joinery tasks, including minor repairs, adjustments, fitting and installation of fixtures and fittings.
• Install, repair and maintain flooring and associated finishing details.
• Support building fit-out projects, including installation of fixtures, fittings, partitions and other items as required.
• Complete finishing work to a neat, safe and professional standard.
• Inspect work areas, identify maintenance issues and report defects, damage or potential safety concerns.
• Use tools, equipment and materials safely and appropriately, keeping them clean and in good working order.
• Measure, prepare and handle materials accurately, minimising waste and keeping work areas tidy.
• Follow risk assessments, safe systems of work, site rules and relevant health and safety procedures.
• Coordinate with colleagues and site teams to minimise disruption and complete work within agreed timescales.
• Maintain appropriate records of completed work and report any additional repairs or materials required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties relevant to the role as required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Practical experience in general building maintenance, repairs or construction work.
• Demonstrable experience in one or more relevant trades, such as joinery, decorating, brickwork or flooring.

Desirable:

• Relevant trade qualification or vocational qualification in a construction or maintenance discipline.
• Health and safety training relevant to construction or maintenance work, such as manual handling or working at height.

Specific Skills/Knowledge :

Essential:

• Practical, hands-on ability to complete general building repairs and maintenance.
• Basic plumbing knowledge and ability to carry out minor repairs within competence.
• Basic decorating skills, including surface preparation and painting.
• Experience supporting building fit-outs and completing finishing work.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic power tools safely and correctly.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices and the importance of following safe systems of work.
• Ability to identify defects and understand when work needs to be referred to a specialist.
• Good practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good organisation and ability to prioritise jobs and meet agreed timescales.
• Clear communication and ability to work well with colleagues and contractors.

Desirable:

• Practical skills in joinery, fitting and minor carpentry repairs.
• Ability to undertake minor brickwork and masonry repairs.
• Experience installing, repairing or finishing different types of flooring.
• Ability to measure accurately and work from basic instructions or drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites, where required.

Behaviours to be Demonstrated :

Accountability — Essential

• Takes responsibility for the quality and safety of their work.
• Completes tasks within agreed timescales and reports delays or problems promptly.
• Follows instructions and takes responsibility for putting right issues within their competence.

Ownership — Essential

• Takes ownership of maintenance jobs from start to completion.
• Checks that work areas are left safe, clean and tidy.
• Reports additional defects or follow-up work that may be required.

Health & Safety — Essential

• Follows site rules, risk assessments and safe working procedures.
• Uses tools and PPE appropriately.
• Does not undertake work beyond their training or competence and raises safety concerns promptly.

Teamwork & Collaboration — Essential

• Works positively with colleagues across different sites and departments.
• Communicates progress and any issues clearly.
• Treats colleagues, contractors and site users respectfully.

Attention to Detail — Essential

• Takes pride in completing repairs and finishing work to a good standard.
• Checks work before considering a job complete.
• Uses materials carefully and avoids unnecessary waste.

Initiative & Problem Solving — Essential

• Uses practical judgement to resolve routine maintenance issues.
• Identifies potential problems and suggests sensible solutions.
• Knows when to seek advice or escalate a job.

Adaptability — Essential

• Responds positively to changing priorities and a varied workload.
• Is willing to support a range of maintenance, repair and fit-out tasks.
• Adapts to working across different Vuba sites as required.

Reliability & Professionalism — Essential

• Arrives prepared and ready to work.
• Maintains a professional approach and respects site rules and property.
• Can be trusted to work responsibly, independently or as part of a team.

Pay: £31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person