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As a Roofer you will be expected to provide a high quality and efficient service in roofing, you will be responsible for conducting felt flat roof work, slating tiling sheet lead work, flashing and other associated trades to our domestic housing property portfolio.
This role is required to ensure that all works are carried out on time and within the Group's policies and procedures, about Health & Safety, housing management and maintenance. We provide a mandatory fall restraint system and training to ensure our roofers are safe when working on ladders and cat ladders, this is in addition to utilising Tower Scaffolds, Easi-Deck Access and also Full Scaffolds when required.
You will get a new power tool kit, vehicle, Apple iPad and phone as we know it's more than just being a roofer.
You will work independently, knowing how to speak with people and organise the work activity are key strengths. This role will be varied from working in empty homes, upgrading homes or dealing with our customers responsive repairs in their homes we offer variety.
Although this role is advertised in a specific location, you will be working in surrounding areas.
The working hours are 40 per week across Monday to Friday. We often have overtime opportunities as well as many other benefits for staff who want to learn or do more.
For more information, please take a look at our job profile in the supporting documents area.
More about you
You will have experience in repairs and fault finding to pitch roofs, felt flat roof works, slating, tiling, sheet lead work and flashings which are all essential. You should also have a basic level of competency within other trades such as plastering, brick work and some basic joinery would be advantageous.
1. A driving licence is essential
2. You will have NVQ Level 2 in Roofing
3. Experience in domestic roofing repairs and fault finding is essential
4. You will be computer literate as most of the work will be carried out on a tablet
5. As part of our employment checks, this role will require you to complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check
Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
6. Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
7. Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
8. Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
9. Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
10. A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
11. Training and development
12. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more