Roofer

Overview

Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary: up to £34,031.33 per annum, plus a company van & fuel card
Hours: 37 hours per week (8:00–16:00, Monday–Friday)
Location: Rotherham
Role: Roofer

We are the largest provider of repairs, maintenance, and regeneration services across the UK. At Mears, we deliver tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance solutions through long-standing partnerships with over 70 local authorities, ALMOs, and Housing Associations. As part of our skilled workforce, our roofers play a vital role in maintaining the safety and integrity of homes—carrying out tile replacements, felt repairs, chimney works, and emergency callouts. Join a team that’s committed to quality, community impact, and putting customers first.

Responsibilities

• General roofing repairs across occupied properties
• Replacement of roof tiles, felt roofing, and wooden battens
• Chimney repairs and replacements
• Installation and repair of flat roofs, including felt and asphalt systems
• Lead work including flashings, soakers, and valley gutters
• Repair and installation of ridge tiles, verge tiles, and hip tiles
• Guttering and downpipe repairs and replacements
• Fascia, soffit, and barge board installation and maintenance
• Roof insulation works to joists and rafters
• Installation and repair of roof vents, eaves ventilation, and ducting
• Repairs to rooflights and skylights
• Emergency call-outs to make properties safe following storm damage or leaks
• Identification of defects and recommendation of remedial actions
• Working with reclaimed roofing materials where appropriate
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations
• Accurate recording of materials used and time spent on jobs
• Liaising with tenants and site supervisors to ensure clear communication and minimal disruption
• Supporting planned maintenance programmes and refurbishment projects
• Ensuring compliance with the Decent Homes Standard and other regulatory requirements
• UK full driving license

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid UK full driving licence
• Entitlement to work in the UK (Mears does not offer visa sponsorship)
• Background, Identity & Security checks prior to employment
• Able to drive a Mears vehicle (age >21, licence held for >3 months, <9>

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day
• Volunteering Leave to undertake paid volunteering
• Mears Rewards — discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
• Family-friendly policies
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform

All roles are subject to background, identity & security checks. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and are a Disability Confident employer. We support the Armed Forces Covenant and have awards recognizing veterans, diversity, and social mobility initiatives. Applicants may voluntarily share background information during the application process to help us improve social mobility; responses are optional and do not impact eligibility.