Roofer Trade Supervisor

The Hyde Group; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider based in the UK is seeking a Roofer Trade Supervisor to manage a team of roofers and oversee various roofing repairs across Kent. The ideal candidate will have strong roofing experience and problem-solving skills. This dynamic role requires effective leadership and the ability to ensure high-quality work and compliance with safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Fantastic pension

Flexible benefits package

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or managing a team preferred but strong roofing experience also considered.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance required.
• Experience in social housing desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of 8 roofers.
• Conduct site visits to monitor quality and compliance.
• Work with subcontractors to ensure timely completion.
• Support operatives in problem-solving on roofing disciplines.
• Monitor budgets and ensure proper coding of repairs.
• Report on performance and compliance.

Skills

Experience in roofing

Knowledge of flat, pitched, and liquid roofing systems

Strong problem-solving skills

Decision-making abilities

Understanding of health and safety legislation

Job description

Overview

Roofer Trade Supervisor — Rochester covering various Kent postcodes — Up to £48,000

Hyde is looking to recruit a Roofer Trade Supervisor.

Hyde is one of the UK s leading and award-winning providers of affordable homes in London, the South-East and surrounding areas. We provide and manage 50,000 homes to over 100,000 customers. Our ethos is simple: by providing customers with a safe and decent home, it allows them to realise their potential, enjoy their environment and contribute to their community.

As a Roofer Trade Supervisor at Hyde, you will take a hands-on, mobile role, spending most of your time out of the office, managing a team of roofers and ensuring that works are delivered to a high standard. This role will focus on both internal and external roofing repairs, requiring strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and leadership to ensure successful delivery across our Kent patch.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of 8 roofers, ensuring right first-time completion of roofing works.


• Carry out site visits to monitor quality, progress, and health and safety compliance.


• Work closely with subcontractors to ensure works are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standard.


• Support and guide operatives in problem-solving across all roofing disciplines, including flat roofing, pitched roofing, and liquid plastics.


• Monitor budgets and ensure repairs are raised and allocated to the correct codes.


• Report on performance, quality, and compliance in line with organisational standards.


• Build strong stakeholder relationships, including with residents, contractors, and internal colleagues.

Skills and Experience Required

• Experience in roofing, with knowledge across all roofing systems (flat, pitched, and liquid plastics essential).


• Previous experience supervising or managing a team is preferred, but we will also consider applicants with strong roofing experience looking to step up into a supervisory role.


• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.


• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Experience working in social housing is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• A fantastic pension


• Life assurance


• Generous holiday allowance


• Award-winning flexible benefits package


• Volunteering days

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group, and we strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace where everyone is proud to be unique.

Hyde is a disability confident employer and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments you need throughout the recruitment process.

We reserve the right to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.