Roofer

Job Description

Workshop Recruitment are looking for an experienced roofer, our client operates within reactive maintenance within social housing.

The key activities you will undertake in this role will be a wide variety of roofing repairs at occupied homes and empty properties. The work will include; pitch, and flat roof repairs including replacement of tiles, felt, eave trays, lead repairs/replacement, mineral sheet repairs/replacement (torch on), and non-licenced asbestos removal (where full training will be given).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• NVQ level 2-3 in roofing or equivalent.
• A DBS/Criminal Background check will be completed prior to employment starting
• 2 – 5 yrs. experience of working in Social Housing or Building Maintenance environment.
• Ability to work at height.
• Be able to demonstrate you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work.
• Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry working on historic / listed buildings.
• Be comfortable in dealing with residents / building representatives and always remain professional.
• Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner.
• Excellent customer service skills (Essential)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Undertaking all aspects of roofing work, including:
• Stripping any built-up flat felt roof covering
• Replace any timber or insulated roof decking
• Apply three-layer torch on built up felt, including the formation of all drips, welts and upstands
• Form internal roof gutters with correct falls cut and install lead flashings
• Liaising with tenants on site regarding the work you are undertaking.

Additional to the above requirements, the ideal candidate should be able to carry out the following repairs/works:

• Pitched roofing tile repairs
• Tile and batten replacement
• Gutter repairs and replacement
• Fascia repairs and replacement
• Must be able to install mineral wool loft insulation
• Sky vac to clear gutters
• Repointing to chimneys, gable ends
• Pointing to verges and ridge tiles
• Tile and slate hanging
• Chimney pot replacement
• Install/replace lead slates including replacement of mushroom cowls, weathering collars where necessary

BENEFITS

• Van and fuel card
• Uniform provided
• Good benefits package including sick pay and BUPA
• Smart Pension Rewards Programme

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a clean manual UK Driving License (Required and essential)
• Must have a clean DBS (Essential)
• Pass a drug test (Required and essential)