Roofer – Local Council

TN United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking an experienced Roofer to join their Maintenance Response Team. This role involves essential roof repairs across various properties in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality service and compliance with safety regulations while working on domestic and commercial roofs.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

20 Days Annual Leave

PPE, Uniform, Tools, and Vehicle Provided

Comprehensive Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Wellbeing Services

Qualifications

• Experience in roof repair and maintenance (pitched and flat).
• Multi-trade skills (e.g., basic carpentry or brickwork).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out reactive and planned roofing maintenance.
• Diagnosing and repairing roof issues.
• Completing accurate records of work via handheld job management systems.

Skills

Roof Repair

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Roofing

Tools

Job Tracking Systems

Job description

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Roofer – Local Council

We are recruiting for an experienced and reliable Roofer to join the skilled Maintenance Response Team at BCP Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your local area by carrying out essential roof repairs and maintenance work across our housing and public buildings portfolio.

Areas covered are Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

Hours: 39 hrs per week - 8am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3:30pm on Friday.

DBS check and Driving Licence are essential.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Carrying out reactive and planned roofing maintenance on domestic and commercial council properties.
• Diagnosing and repairing roof issues, including:
• Pitched roof repairs (tiles, slates, battens, felt)
• Flat roof repairs (bitumen, felt, GRP, liquid systems)
• Flashings, guttering, downpipes, and fascia/soffit work
• Minor chimney and leadwork repairs
• Working safely at height using ladders, scaffolding, and access platforms.
• Attending emergency call-outs and weather-related damage as part of the rapid response team.
• Completing accurate records of work via handheld job management systems (PDA/tablet).
• Delivering excellent customer service and representing the council professionally on-site.
• Ensuring all health and safety procedures and risk assessments are followed, especially when working at height or in occupied properties.
• Participating in a standby/on-call rota to support out-of-hours emergency repairs.

Person Specification

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Roofing or relevant construction trade.
• Experience in roof repair and maintenance (pitched and flat).
• Full UK driving licence - council van may be provided.
• Knowledge of building safety and working at height regulations.
• Ability to use job tracking systems or willingness to learn.
• CSCS card.
• Multi-trade skills (e.g., basic carpentry or brickwork).
• Experience in local authority or housing association repairs and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of scaffold inspection and access safety.

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive salary and local government pension scheme
• 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• PPE, uniform, tools, and vehicle provided
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment and regular supervision
• Access to employee wellbeing services and staff benefits

To apply for this position, please submit an up-to-date CV and call Alan for more details.