Roofer’s Mate (Driving Licence Needed)

Build Recruitment Limited; Havant; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking a reliable Roofer’s Mate in Havant to support an established social housing maintenance team. You will assist roofers with repairs, carry tools and materials, and help maintain high safety standards on residential properties.

Ideal candidates have roofing or general construction experience, a full UK driving licence, and a practical hands-on approach. You will work as part of a professional team, providing dependable service to residents while following

Qualifications

• Experience in roofing or general construction is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work safely on site.
• Good customer service when working in occupied properties.

Responsibilities

• Assist roofers with repairs and maintenance.
• Carry and prepare tools, materials and equipment.
• Support with roof repairs, including tiles, guttering and other components.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work professionally in occupied residential properties and provide good customer service to residents.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Roofer’s Mate – Social Housing Maintenance

Location: Havant

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Roofer’s Mate to join a busy social housing maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with roofing or general construction experience who is looking to develop their skills and support experienced roofers carrying out repairs and maintenance to residential properties.

The Role

As a Roofer’s Mate, you will assist roofers with a variety of roofing repairs and maintenance across social housing properties, helping to ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting roofers with repairs, maintenance and general roofing work.
• Carrying and preparing tools, materials and equipment.
• Supporting with roof repairs, including tiles, slates, guttering and other roofing components.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Working professionally in occupied residential properties and providing good customer service to residents.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence – essential.
• Previous experience as a Roofer’s Mate, Roofing Labourer or General Labourer is desirable.
• A good understanding of construction site health and safety.
• A practical, hands‑on approach with a willingness to learn.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.

What’s on Offer?

• Opportunity to work within an established social housing maintenance team.
• Consistent work supporting roofing repairs and maintenance.
• The chance to build on existing roofing and construction experience.

Interested?