Roofer

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)