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)
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