Painters for hire in Sunderland

Find painters who specialize in applying paint and finishes, preparing surfaces, and using various tools to create aesthetically pleasing environments. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Sunderland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    219

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    8%
    Customer Service
    4%
    Leadership
    4%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    69%
    Vocational or technical training
    28%
    Bachelor's degree
    3%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    Less than a year
    30%
    6-10 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • KAEFER
    • ASDA
    • ENGIE
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    67%
    2-5 years
    33%

Browse Indeed's database of 219 profiles for Painters in Sunderland

Last updated: 12 Nov 2026

Painter: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sunderland: £50,046 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £41,414 – £60,476 yearly
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*Indeed data (GB)

  • painter decorater

    South Shields

    Licenses & certifications

    Reach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK ProviderCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operator CertificationForklift Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAssemblyCustomer ServiceOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementMachine Operation
  • Self- Employed (South Shields, Tyne and Wear)

    South Shields

    Licenses & certifications

    NorwegianBOSIET

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCustomer Service Call HandlingInbound Customer Enquiry Call HandlingCustomer ServiceCustomer Support
  • Lead Cleaning Technician

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Pressure WasherHigh-Pressure Jetting UnitMobile Elevating Work PlatformsAsbestos AwarenessIPAF

    Skills

    LeadershipFlood RestorationCommunication SkillsCleaningTeam LeadershipTeam Management
  • Property Maintenance

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSFirst Aid CertificationNVQPainting and Coating ExperienceLoad SlingingJoinery

    Skills

    Mechanical KnowledgeCommunication SkillsMaintenanceMechanical Maintenance (Routine Procedures)PlumbingFacilities Maintenance
  • Spray Painter

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesNVQDriving Licence

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCustomer ServiceHand ToolsPower Tools
  • Painter

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSCSCS Skilled Worker

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsTime ManagementSpray PaintingWet Paint SprayingPrimingPainting and Decorating

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What's the average time to fill a painter role?

The average time to fill a painter role is 68 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do painters tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a painter include: communication skills, customer service and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for painters?

Common licenses or certifications for painters include: CSCS, Driving Licence and NVQ.

What are some job titles related to painters?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to painters include: lead cleaning technician, asda warehouse operative and painter decorater.

What level of education is common for a painter?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a painter in Sunderland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a painter?

Most painters have 15 years of professional experience.

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