Roofer / Roof Maintenance Trade Assistant

MBO Roofing; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training in high-paying,专业技

All specialised tools and vehicles

Performance bonuses

Career progression to Lead Technician

Your own truck/van (future)

Job summary

MBO Roofing is seeking a skilled Roofer / Trade Assistant to join our growing team on a full-time basis, working across residential and commercial roof maintenance projects.

If you're handy with tools and have roofing, tiling, or construction hands-on experience, we can train you up the rest of the way to succeed in this role!

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' hands-on roofing experience (tile/metal).
• Cert III in Roof Tiling or Roof Plumbing highly sought, but not required.
• Valid Australian driver's licence (auto ok) or international licence.
• Current White Card.
• Able to work at heights; Working at Heights ticket a plus (we can arrange).
• Good communication with clients on-site.
• Australian residency preferred; working holiday visa holders welcome.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced roofers to repair, replace, rebed, and repoint ridge cappings.
• Assist with metal sheeting, flashings, caps, and penetrations.
• Set up safety equipment and maintain a clean, safe worksite.
• Work confidently at heights under supervision and follow building codes.
• Use hand and power tools for roofing tasks safely and accurately.
• Communicate professionally with clients on-site as required.

Skills

Hands-on roofing experience

Communication skills

Reliability & punctuality

Safety awareness

Education

Cert III in Roof Tiling or Roof Plumbing

Tools

Roofing tools & equipment

Job description

Roofer / Roof Maintenance Trade Assistant

MBO Roofing are seeking a skilled and driven Roofer / Trade Assistant to join our growing team on a full-time basis, working across residential and commercial roof maintenance projects.

If you're handy with tools and have some hands-on experience in roofing, roof tiling, or construction, we can train you up the rest of the way to succeed in this role!

Qualifications & attributes:

• Minimum 6 months' hands-on experience working on roofs (tile and/or metal), with 1 year or more preferred; a mix of both tile and metal experience is a big plus


• Equivalent of a Cert III in Roof Tiling or Roof Plumbing (e.g. NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations from the UK) is highly sought after, but not required


• Valid Australian driver's licence (auto is fine) or valid international driving licence


• Current White Card


• Comfortable working at heights, including using ladders to get up and down safely (Working at Heights ticket is a big plus, and we're happy to arrange this for the applicant)


• Strong communication skills to interact with customers on-site


• Reliable punctuality with a keen attitude to learn the trade


• Current Australian residency is ideal, working holiday visa holders are welcome to apply

Why work for us?

• Attractive rates based on your current skills, plus performance bonuses


• On-the-job training in high-paying specialist skills like complex leak diagnosis and flashing work


• All specialised tools and vehicles provided


• Steady, year-round pipeline of local residential and commercial projects


• Genuine career progression, with real opportunities to move into a qualified Lead Technician role


• Your own truck/van down the line, as well as increased pay and varied roles within the business

Duties & responsibilities:

• Work alongside experienced roofers to repair, replace, rebed, and repoint concrete and terracotta ridge cappings


• Assist with metal sheeting, flashings, caps, and penetrations


• Set up safety equipment, handle materials, and maintain a clean, efficient worksite


• Work confidently at heights under supervision, adhering strictly to building codes


• Use hand and power tools to carry out roofing tasks safely and accurately


• Communicate professionally with clients on-site as required

About us:

MBO Roofing specialises in residential and commercial roof maintenance. We're a growing team that values reliability, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. We take care of our crew and are looking for the right candidate who wants to build a long-term career with us. If you bring the drive, we'll help upskill you.