Roofing Operative

We are a market-leading specialist external building and roof maintenance service provider, providing clients with a complete external building fabric maintenance solution throughout the UK. We work on large commercial, listed, tall, challenging to access and industrial buildings undertaking planned, reactive roof maintenance and refurbishment projects.

Our current roofing projects generally span across the hotel sector and MOD estate, so you must be able to work in high security environments. Within these sectors we currently undertake a wide variety of roofing works from planned roof and gutter maintenance solutions, repairs, replacement and lining, liquid-based roof coatings, roof sheet/cladding sheet replacement as well as some more traditional leadworks and tile replacement works on a variety of period properties and historic buildings.

We are looking for an individual with the right attitude, someone who is committed to quality workmanship, a person who likes transparency and openness in their daily job role, someone who’s detailed focused and keen to put their skills to use.  The ideal candidate will have experience of industrial and commercial roofing as a primary discipline, and experience in a variety of trade skills that can help solve problems across multiple building materials would be desirable.

If you want to be part of a growing company, practically minded, take pride in your work and enjoy variation to your daily tasks, this is an exciting and potentially varied position. The role may require some travel and staying away on occasions, we are client portfolio and service driven.

Key Responsibilities

Effectively deliver a range of different traditional roofing and repair projects. Support and update the business with programme and delivery requirements. Support in the pre-surveys and measure and source materials for roof works, where required. Carry out roof inspections documenting roofing failures as required. Assist with the measurement and specification development for roofing and repair projects. Assist with setting up, effective programme planning and agree project delivery and safety plans. Undertake technical inspections through-out a project and ensure all quality control checks are in place. Write reports as required, and update on progress throughout the duration of a project. Support with the technical and quality management targets with sub-contractors. Assist with the development of technical repairs, product search and replacement specifications where needed. Ensure implementation of correct H & S standards and safe working practices. Attitude, Skills, Experience and Attributes

A positive, problem-solving approach to daily tasks. Open-minded, adaptable and willing to work outside of the main skill set to support the team and business. 5 years plus roofing experience with industry / professional training relating to the job role. Minimum NVQ Level 2 roofing related is ideal, but not essential. Knowledge of working with sheets, cladding tiles or leadwork to undertake roofing repair, roof coatings, gutter lining or replacement systems. Ideally hold a Working at Height certificate. Confident and experienced in the use of both self-propelled and tracked MEWPS. Customer service focused. Excellent communication skills, experience dealing with a wide range of stakeholders. Confident reading technical drawings, measuring and sourcing materials for works. Creativity, good problem-solving skills and interpersonal skills are essential. Happy liaising with customers and providing best practice guidance where needed. Sound knowledge of H&S practices and risk management. What We Offer

A supportive and positive team culture within an environment that encourages personal growth, development and well-being in the workplace. Company Vehicle  Ongoing training, personal and professional development Gym membership/use of onsite gym and shower facilities. Employee Assistance Programme & Health Cash Plan Contributory pension scheme