Roofer

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension scheme

Annual leave 28+ days

Flexi working hours

Hybrid working options

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Car salary sacrifice

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking an experienced Roofer to cover repairs, refurbishment and upgrades across the Council’s property portfolio. You will work individually or as part of a team, undertaking bricklaying tasks and allied trades, while supporting the service’s customer-focused approach.

The role emphasises safety, proactivity in risk assessment, and collaboration to deliver positive outcomes for residents and staff. Flexible and hybrid working options may apply where possible.

Qualifications

• Experience of bricklaying on council buildings, housing or schools.
• Commitment to high quality workmanship and safety.
• Ability to work with other trades and follow instruction.

Responsibilities

• Carry out bricklaying and roofing tasks for the Council’s property portfolio.
• Undertake related cross-trade works to support the service.
• Liaise with customers and subcontractors to deliver responsive service.
• Participate in risk assessments and maintain accurate records of labour and materials.
• Adhere to health and safety standards and CDM regulations.

Skills

Bricklaying

Job description

Who We Are & What We Stand For

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.

We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.

Our construction colleagues have significant responsibility for the ongoing maintenance of one of the region’s largest property portfolios. With work spanning responsive and planned repairs, cyclical maintenance and emergency out of hours repairs, fire and building safety, disabled adaptations, asset improvement, stores, purchasing and waste, call handling and customer support, this is a high-performing team operating on the front line with a truly vital role to play in ensuring safe living and working conditions for residents and employees of Gateshead.

About The Role

You will be working as a Roofer undertaking roofing work covering repairs, refurbishment and upgrades to all property types within the Council’s property portfolio and as required in line with business need. You will undertake minor cross trade work to support the service ‘one front door approach’, be proactive in all aspects of health and safety, and work collaboratively with the team to deliver positive outcomes for our customers.

The service operates from 8am to 8pm to meet customer need, therefore, there may be a requirement for some later working. We also operate an out of hours arrangement and employees will asked to participate.

What You'll Get Involved In

• To work individually or as part of a team undertake high quality Bricklaying to a range of Council buildings, housing, and schools
• To undertake works in association with other trades
• To undertake minor cross trade work to support the service ‘one front door approach’ and deliver the service customer promise
• To liaise with customers and subcontractors to provide a responsive service
• To undertake a continual programme of risk assessment in relation to your role.
• To utilise both electronic and paper-based systems to accurately record the use of labour and materials against each job
• To demonstrate excellent conduct and behaviour which promotes cross service working to achieve an excellent service provision and outcomes for customers
• To be proactive in all aspects of health and safety management to comply with current legislation, including CDM Regulations, promoting a culture of good health and safety practice within the working environment, in line with Council policies and procedures

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
• Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
• Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).

Our commitment to you

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. At Gateshead Council we are an employer who embraces, and welcomes diversity, who’s truly inclusive and who demonstrates equality for all. We’ll go the extra mile so that our approach is representative of the communities we serve and each other. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.