Wall Paper Hangers

Professional Wallpaper Hanger

Search Consultancy is currently looking for skilled and experienced Wallpaper Hangers for upcoming projects across the Newcastle area. We pride ourselves on connecting top-tier tradespeople with reputable contractors, ensuring high-quality finishes on every site.

If you have a keen eye for detail and extensive experience in commercial or high-end residential paper hanging, we want to hear from you

Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting (Wallcovering pathway) is highly preferred.
• CSCS Card: A valid Blue (Skilled Worker) or Gold (Advanced Craft) CSCS card.
• Experience: Proven track record in hanging wide-format vinyls, murals, hand-printed papers, and standard patterns.
• Tools & Kit: Must have a full professional kit, including high-quality brushes/rollers, specialist shears, pasting machines (where applicable), levels, and plumb lines.
• PPE: Full standard Personal Protective Equipment (Hard hat, high-vis vest, and steel toe boots).
• Transport: Valid driving license and reliable transport to reach various sites across the North East.

As a Wallpaper Hanger representing Search, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Surface Preparation: Stripping old wallcoverings, filling cracks, sanding, and priming surfaces to ensure a perfect base.

• Precision Application: Measuring, cutting, and hanging a variety of materials including wide-format vinyls, hand-printed papers, and bespoke murals.

• Pattern Matching: Ensuring seamless alignment of complex patterns and vertical accuracy using plumb lines.

• Quality Control: Managing paste application to avoid bubbling or staining and ensuring all edges are perfectly butt-jointed.

• Site Maintenance: Keeping a clean and tidy workspace, especially when working in finished or high-end environments.

Why Work For Search?

• Flexible Payroll: We offer multiple payment methods to suit your needs, including CIS, PAYE, and Umbrella options.
• Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rates with reliable weekly pay.
• Local Opportunities: Access to a consistent pipeline of high-quality work with leading contractors across Newcastle and the North East.
• Support: Dedicated consultants who understand the trade and provide ongoing support throughout your placement.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age