Competitive pay
Roofer Apprenticeship
Location: Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire
Contract Type: Fixed Term Apprenticeship
Salary: Offering the nationally agreed apprentice pay rates, you will be paid for your normal working hours plus your attendance at college)
Training Provider – CITB
Start Date – 3 August 2026 (Provisional)
Entry Criteria for roles – No formal qualifications required / Pre-apprenticeship / Potential to work towards SVQ level 6 & 7. Candidates will undertake a pre-employment assessment and interview.
About apprenticeships at Mears Group: -
Apprenticeships are an underpinning part of Mears’ philosophy; we are committed to developing the next generation of our workforce, many of our most senior people started their working life as an apprentice.
Whether you are fresh out of school or college or looking for a complete career change, Mears can offer you a great foundation to your future career and beyond.
All our Apprentices are paid the National Apprentice minimum wage, and you will be paid for your normal working hours plus your attendance at college with the opportunity to get real life experiences, such as working in people’s homes, getting involved in community projects and improving people’s lives by being customer focused.
What does a role as a Roofer look like:
As an apprentice roofer you will be involved in a variety of tasks to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills. As a Roofer you will learn how to perform routine maintenance and repairs on pitched and flat roofs, prepare surfaces, and installing new roofing systems to include installing underlay and battens to provide a secure base for tiles and slates.
You will learn about health and safety guidelines, including working at heights and using appropriate safety equipment, will be crucial.
This hands-on experience will help you develop a strong foundation in roofing techniques and prepare you for a successful career in the industry.
The apprenticeship course will cover the following: -
1. The principles of health, safety, and welfare.
2. The different techniques and methods used to move, handle and store materials.
3. How to interpret and use relevant product information and specifications.
4. The standards and codes of practice that apply to roofing.
5. Set up check and operate equipment.
What do you need to be a successful applicant: -
6. The potential to work at SCQF level 6/7
7. The ability and desire to learn and develop a thorough knowledge of the skills, technology and safety procedures required to carry out the full range of tasks
8. Strong communication skills
9. Ability to establish and maintain good customer/client relationships.
10. Candidates will undertake a pre-employment assessment
11. You must live within a North Lanarkshire postcode and be able to independently travel to and from the branch
What will I learn through the apprenticeship programme?
With 30 years’ experience of delivering market-leading repairs and maintenance services, Mears is trusted to deliver more than 6,000 repairs daily to a portfolio of more than 1,000,000 homes nationwide.
Mears Careers National Apprenticeship Scheme is designed to empower and challenge you; you will be trusted with real work and responsibility from the outset. During your apprenticeship you will have a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn and will receive formal training coupled with working alongside our skilled workforce who will inspire and train you in the practical elements of the trade.
We are looking for people with integrity, who are self-reliant and highly motivated, with a natural willingness to get involved, someone who can solve problems and who takes pride in their work.
What you will get:
12. Access to our wide range of colleague benefits at Mears Group, designed to save you money and benefit you as a colleague at Mears Group: -
13. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
14. Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
15. Chrome book provided – to support your studies
16. Tools – We will help fund your first set of work tools
17. Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.