Paintworks NI operate as a close knit team, and Gerard has sourced true professionals to make this happen.

Darragh, Bernard and Stephen are all fully qualified tradesmen who thrive on the challenges and rewards of their job.

The team are inventive and enthusiastic – and are striving to achieve the finest standards in commercial and residential painting and decorating.

Gerard’s wife, and co-director, Danielle, has taken on an administrative role within the business, working from their new office in Millisle. Danielle is a friendly and helpful point of contact for clients at all stages of their project.

Gerard Donaghy

Director


Founder and co-director Gerard has over 11 years experience in painting & decorating, and in business ownership. He is passionate about revolutionising the painting and decorating industry in Northern Ireland with state of the art airless spraying technology. Gerard is a ‘Dulux Select Decorator’ and is responsible for overseeing the management of all projects.

Danielle
Donaghy

Director


Danielle is experienced in sales and management and is currently studying Professional Interior Design. She is responsible for client liaison and office administration.

We are looking for new team members

Paintworks NI believe in supporting young talent in Northern Ireland’s construction industry. If you are currently training to become a qualified painter, or you display an interest in decorating and are willing to learn, Paintworks NI need you!

The successful applicant will learn and develop skills in Painting and Decorating and the understanding of internal and external decorating. The skills and qualities required are:

  • Some painting and decorating knowledge is desirable
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • Willingness to learn
  • Strong work ethic
  • A positive attitude
  • Team player
  • Ability to listen to and carry out instruction accurately

Paintworks NI are always on the lookout for professional and enthusiastic team members. The essential criteria for joining the team as a Skilled Painter & Decorator are:

  • A good work ethic.
  • Must be fully qualified with at least 5 years experience in painting and wallpaper hanging.
  • The ability to work to goals and deadlines.
  • The ability to work alone or as part of a team.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Plastering experience is a bonus.
  • Be enthusiastic and willing to learn new techniques.

It is our desire to employ only top quality staff, and so we are currently seeking a painting foreman with the necessary experience to further enhance our team of quality painters. This position would suit a painter who is currently in a position of responsibility. The essential skills and qualities required are:

  • Trade qualification is desirable, but time served painters will be considered
  • Ability to run contracts and manage staff appropriately
  • Ability to monitor workmanship with integrity
  • Knowledge and practise of Health & Safety guidelines
  • Ability to built relationships with staff and clients alike
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team player

We require a self-driven Project Manager to join our team. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years commercial and/or site management experience.

To succeed in this role you will need to be relationship-focused, confident in managing high-performance staff, open to working in an innovative and collaborative team environment with a flexible attitude and a desire to continue learning.

You will work closely with Quantity Surveyors and Site Managers, overseeing the planning, coordination and management of several projects and be responsible for their successful delivery. You will be committed to providing a high quality of service and possess excellent negotiation and management skills, with a focus on the big picture and long term relationships.

A positive approach to work, building relationships at all levels and an ability to work as a part of a team are key.

We require a motivated, quality plasterer to join our team.

The experience required is as follows:

  • Applicant should be a professional plasterer
  • Trade qualification is desirable although time served applicants will be considered
  • Ability to works to deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Meticulous attention to detail

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Clients & Testimonials

WITH DULUX SELECT DECORATOR STATUS – PAINTWORKS NI OFFER THEIR CLIENTS A
TWO YEAR GUARANTEE OVER THEIR WORKMANSHIP ON ANY PROJECT UNDERTAKEN, BIG OR SMALL

Edward (Airless Spray Basics)

“Enjoyed the whole course from the workings of the sprayer, problem solving issues, paint spraying, cleaning of the sprayer. Gerard…
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Mark (Airless Spray Basics)

“One of the best days I’ve had in my 4 years of painting! I thought Gerard did a fantastic job…
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Kieran (Wallpaper Application Basics)

“Gerard gave me 110% and was very helpful with my follow up questions”

Alskea Ltd

Alskea Ltd have been using Paintworks NI as a sub-contractor for several years and have been totally satisfied with their…
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