Summary of the role
Role and Responsibility
The main role of the Assistant is to provide support and assistance to the Rediscover Paint Programme Manager and wider Rediscover Paint team, to assist with training of employment progression participants, assist with delivery of workshops at the RDC and beyond, support the successful running of the Paint Reuse Network and to help maximise production levels from the Rediscover Paint workshop. On-the-job training will be provided to support the delivery of specific responsibilities, includingbut not limited to:
- Help maintain highest standards & quality for all Rediscover Paint products and
- services
- Assist with the operations of Rediscover Paint
- Assist with the coordination of the Paint Reuse Network (https://www.paintreuse.network/)
- Preparing & mixing paint for reuse, including mixing colours to achieve target paint colours
- Collection of paint from various locations as a resource to be made into new paint
- Distribution of our reused paint to customers and partner organisations
- Assist with maintaining and developing workshop, storage and other work areas (including off site areas) in a safe, clean and efficient manner
- Assist with the Development & Delivery of training workshops and demonstrations
- Assist with training of employment progression trainees
- Delivering and assisting in the delivery of paint reuse training to the highest standards
- Contribute to the research and testing of new paint reuse methods to fine tune ongoing paint production
- Lead significant portion with paint collections and deliveries
- Lead significant portion of van driving tasks related to Rediscover Paint Assist with administration & reporting
- Undertake training if identified by management Assist with marketing and promotion of Rediscover Paint and other Rediscovery Centre activities
- Attend and work at a variety of Rediscovery Centre related events & activities, both at the Rediscovery Centre and beyond
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Any other duties determined necessary for the successful operation of Rediscover Fashion and other Rediscovery Centre associated operations
Essential:
- Previous experience of working with paint or other complimentary area
- Previous work experience of ensuring high quality standards
- Flexible and enthusiastic approach to work
- Flexibility in relation to working hours & locations across the 7 day week (RDC core
- hours are Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm)
- Excellent organisational skills
- Good understanding and/or keen interest to learn new skills eg mixing paint colours
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a role that requires regular manual handling
- Good communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Works well in a team
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong administration and IT skills
- Full valid manual driving license and no issues restricting driving in Ireland
Placeholder
Applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter (maximum one page) demonstrating how their skills, qualifications, and experience meet the requirements of the role. Applications should be emailed to [email protected] with the subject line “Rediscover Paint Assistant”.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications, relevant experience, and desirable skills as outlined in their application. The closing date for applications is 5:00 PM on Friday, 28 August 2026, with interviews scheduled after 7 September 2026.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland. Applications will be treated confidentially, and references may be requested for shortlisted candidates. A panel of suitable candidates may be formed from the recruitment process and remain valid for two years. For further information, contact [email protected].