Roofer

Kirklees Council; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Roofing Operative to conduct essential roof repairs across Kirklees. The ideal candidate should possess a City and Guilds or NVQ level 2 qualification and have experience working in tenanted properties. Responsibilities include replacing roof slates, repairing gutters, and maintaining effective communication with clients. A valid UK driving license and physical fitness to perform job duties are required. The role offers flexible working hours and prioritizes customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in replacing/renewing roof slates/tiles, ridge tiles, and hip tiles.
• Experience in repairing/renewing valley gutters and lead flashings.
• Ability to work from handheld mobile devices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of roof repairs across Kirklees.
• Work flexibly, including potential overtime as required.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer care skills

Physical fitness

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ level 2

Job description

This vacancy we are recruiting to will be working across the Kirklees area carrying out all aspects of roof repairs to our housing stock.

Role Requirements

The role will require experience in the following areas:

• Replacing/renewing roof slates/tiles including full renewal.
• Renewing/replacing ridge tiles.
• Renewing/replacing hip tiles.
• Repairing/renewing valley gutters.
• Repairing/renewing lead flashings.
• Full removal of chimney stacks.

As a roofing operative you will travel throughout Kirklees and surrounding areas to deliver the duties of this role and meet the needs of the business and its customers.

You will be expected to work flexibly, around core hours, based on an annual hour’s allowance with the needs of the business being the priority. You may also be required to work overtime.

You will have excellent communication and customer care skills to effectively liaise with a variety of customers and clients both internally and externally.

You may be required to work from a handheld mobile device and complete relevant records to ensure the department has up‑to‑date and accurate information.

You will build and maintain effective working relationships and communication links and be a representative of Kirklees Council with internal and external clients and customers.

You will work with colleagues across the organisation in line with Kirklees Councils core behaviours and values and contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s purpose, vision and objectives.

Ideal Candidate

• City and Guilds or NVQ level 2 or relevant experience
• Experience of working in tenanted properties, together with public buildings and schools.

Requirements

• A full valid UK driving licence and ability to pass the Kirklees Council van test.
• Be physically fit to bend, lift, carry, work at heights and in confined spaces while carrying out your duties.

Darren Lynch is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

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