PAINTER

Job Description Vacancy Announcement Job Title:

PAINTER

Localisation

Primarily based in (KONO DISTRICT, Kiodu Government Hospital ), could also be required to work at other PIH SL sites as necessary Department:

OPERATIONS

Report to:

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE

Requisition Number: Line Management Position Overview The Painter is responsible for all painting-related tasks at the Maternal Center of Excellence (MCOE) and KGH hospital facility. The responsibilities includes surface preparation, application of standard and specialized coatings such as acrylic paints, epoxy, Lati-crete products, spray painting, and finishing of doors and surfaces with precision. The role ensures that both MCOE and KGH hospitals walls, floors, fixtures, and furniture are well maintained, contributing to a clean and safe healthcare environment. The Painter works under the supervision of the Head of Maintenance and will ensure all surface finishing works meet hospital facility standards.

Responsabilités

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duties & Responsibilities. Carry out surface preparation including sanding, priming, patching, and leveling surfaces before painting. Perform routine painting maintenance on internal & external wall surfaces including wards, operating theatres, offices, and patient rooms. Apply specialized surface finishing (eg. epoxy paints, Lati-crete coatings) on hospital floors & surfaces, where high durability, waterproofing, chemical resistance, or hygiene is required (e.g. bathrooms, kitchens surgical suites, labs). Operate and maintain spraying tools & equipment for large surface areas or detailed work requiring even and fast application. Paint and refinish wooden and metallic doors, frames, drawers, and hospital furniture with a high level of finish and color consistency. Deliver high-accuracy coating finishes, maintaining clean edges, uniform texture, and specified paint thickness and ensure all painting work complies with hospital facility standard. Inspect painted surfaces regularly to identify cracks, peeling, or damage and perform corrective maintenance. Ensure colors and textures match when performing touch-ups or repainting. Manage paint stock and make material requisitions when needed. Follow infection control protocols to ensure no contamination during painting in sensitive areas (e.g., wards, clinics). Properly ventilate painted areas and ensure minimal disruption to patients and staff. Assess material needs and make requests for supplies before painting. Work closely with the hospital’s maintenance, operation, and environmental services teams to support infrastructural projects. Collaborate with external contractors or technicians when necessary. Use protective equipment, ensure safe handling of all paint chemicals & solvents, and follow occupational health and safety procedures. Others Other duties as delegated to you by your line manager that fall within the scope of work and role level. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some duties will change over time, and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

Profil recherché

Education and Work Experience Requirements: Education & Training Requirements .

Expérience

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience as professional painter in construction sector or hospital facility settings. Experience working on both painting renovation of old buildings and newly constructed facilities. Experience in pre-painting surface preparation – sanding, priming, patching, and leveling surfaces. Experience in hospital facility settings is a plus. Having a skill in masonry, tiling, carpentry or welding will be an added advantage Skilled in specialized types of paint (latex, epoxy, Laticrete, oil-based, etc.) and application techniques Good color coordination and aesthetic sense. Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality finishing and accurate levels. Physical strength & fitness, and ability to work on heights – ladders or scaffolding – when needed. Familiarity with safety and health regulations, especially in medical environments. Flexibility and ability to adapt to varied construction conditions. Team player, responsive to supervision, and proactive in identifying maintenance needs.

Compétences requises

Strong communication and teamwork skills. High level of flexibility, collaboration, teamwork, commitment to excellence, growth mindset, integrity, empowerment, patient-centered approach, respect, humility, evidence-based approach, social medicine and accompaniment . Organisation Profile Partners In Health (PIH) is a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We currently work in 11 countries, including Sierra Leone, where we strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all. In Sierra Leone, PIH is committed to strengthening long-term health system in support of the Ministry of Health (MOH), guided by public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, and a commitment to advancing health equity. Partners In Health has built the Maternal Center of Excellence (MCOE) as an expansion of the Koidu Government Hospital in Kono district to raise the standard of care for mothers and newborns in Sierra Leone. A cutting-edge facility, the MCOE expands the campus of Koidu Government Hospital, dramatically increasing the number of beds, services, and facilities available to mothers and babies. By introducing new technology, investing in training for health care workers, and offering a preferential option for the poor, this cutting-edge facility will also prove what is possible as a model for care across the continent and beyond. Misconduct Disclosure Partners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct. The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organization’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

Formation / Diplômes

As a participant in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures. Method of application Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment . In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00 pm GMT ( Midnight ) on Friday , July 31 st , 2026 . Pour postuler a cette offre, cliquez sur le bouton "Postuler" afin d'acceder aux coordonnees du recruteur (email et/ou telephone).