Pitched Roofing Operative
John Flowers Ltd has an exciting opportunity to join our growing business as a Pitched Roofing Operative. You will work alongside roofers, assisting with materials handling, transportation, and general site duties. Based in Washington, North East England, most work is carried out within a 100-mile radius of our office, with occasional travel further afield.
About the Role:
The successful candidate should possess and be able to demonstrate a combination of qualities including:
- Roofing experience (required)
- CSCS Card (required)
- Full, clean driving licence (preferred)
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to change and work effectively as part of a team
- Friendly and professional manner, with good organisational and people skills
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- Strong attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Key Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the role will include all aspects of pitched roofing, including:
- Remove or repair broken tiles or slates (stripping)
- Check the condition of roof timbers
- Measure the roof area to work out how much material is needed
- Fit insulation
- Cut and fit roofing felt
- Cover roofs with slates, tiles, sheets, or cladding
- Apply waterproof membranes to flat roofs
- Fit plastic or lead flashings around chimneys, windows, and walls
- Seal roof joints with mortar
The Company:
We are a roofing company based in Washington in the North East of England. With over 40 years’ experience in the construction industry, John Flowers Ltd is a well-established and highly respected company.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business that is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We are dedicated to having a professional and qualified workforce and ensuring that we develop our staff to reach their full potential.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
