Full‑time Permanent Associate
Description
Who Are We: Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end‑to‑end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained.
We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy‑efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.
Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.
Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward‑thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?
We are currently looking for Roofers to join our team in Launcestonand surrounding areas.
Role Overview:
To carry out a range of roofing works, maintenance, and repairs on social housing properties, ensuring safe, high-quality workmanship that meets organisational standards and statutory compliance. The role involves working on both planned and reactive jobs to maintain tenants’ homes in good condition, contributing to tenant satisfaction and the safety of housing stock.
Responsibilities:
- Undertake roofing repairs, maintenance, and installations on pitched and flat roofs, including tiles, slates, felt, leadwork, fascias, soffits, and guttering.
- Diagnose roofing defects and implement effective repair solutions.
- Carry out responsive repairs in occupied homes with sensitivity to tenants.
- Complete planned works on void (empty) properties to ensure homes are ready for re‑letting.
- Work at height safely, using access equipment, scaffolding, and fall‑arrest systems in line with health & safety regulations.
- Ensure all works are completed to a high standard and in accordance with organisation, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Record and report completed works via mobile technology (PDA/tablet).
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment and leave properties in a tenant‑ready state.
- Identify and report additional works or potential hazards to supervisors.
- Provide excellent customer service to tenants, treating them and their homes with respect.
- Work flexibly as part of a repairs and maintenance team, supporting colleagues and other trades where necessary.
You Will Need:
- Proven experience as a Roofer, ideally within social housing or domestic repairs.
- Good knowledge of pitched and flat roofing systems, materials, and repair techniques.
- Understanding of health & safety requirements, including working at height and asbestos awareness.
- Ability to diagnose defects and provide cost‑effective repair solutions.
- Full UK driving licence (company van usually provided).
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑trade team.
Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Roofing Occupations or equivalent trade qualification.
We Will Provide:
- Excellent development and progression opportunities
- Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
- Tool voucher – annual allowance to purchase tools
- Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
- Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
- Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
- Recognition initiatives and awards
Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
