Roofer – AR

Location: Based at Meadowfield Depot, with travel to council workplaces and properties across County Durham as required.

Reporting To: Roofing Manager

Salary: Tradesman rate plus interim operational allowance.

Role Purpose: To deliver a high-quality, cost-effective roofing repairs and maintenance service across council-owned properties, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of customer satisfaction. The post holder will undertake roofing repairs, maintenance, and associated building works, working independently or as part of a team to meet service requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out roofing repairs, maintenance, and associated building works in accordance with specifications and work instructions.
• Undertake planned and responsive maintenance activities across a range of commercial and public buildings.
• Inspect roofs and identify defects, damage, or potential issues requiring repair.
• Use appropriate access equipment and work safely at height in accordance with current regulations and safe working practices.
• Maintain and use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and ensure it remains in good condition.
• Comply with all health and safety legislation, policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Report any hazards, incidents, defects, or unsafe conditions to management promptly.
• Complete timesheets, job records, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with building users, colleagues, contractors, and members of the public.
• Contribute to the efficient use of materials, resources, and working time to ensure value for money.

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Work in accordance with all relevant health and safety legislation and council policies.
• Follow safe systems of work and use equipment appropriately.
• Ensure all activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and report any risks or concerns.

General Responsibilities:

• Support the council’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with information security requirements.
• Participate in induction, training, appraisal, and continuous professional development activities.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the role as directed by the Roofing Manager or Contracts Foreman.

Person Specification:

Essential Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 in Roof Covering or equivalent qualification.
• Completed trade apprenticeship.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.

Essential Experience:

• Relevant roofing experience.
• Experience working in a repairs and maintenance environment.
• Experience working on commercial properties.
• Ability to work safely at height and use appropriate access equipment.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working without direct supervision.
• Experience using Resistrix roofing systems.

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Good customer service skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated and reliable.
• Flexible and able to work under pressure.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Positive and professional approach to work.

Special Requirements:

• Valid driving licence for the required vehicle category.
• Successful completion of an in-house driver induction assessment.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Ability to travel across County Durham and work at different locations as required.
• Flexibility to meet operational requirements.