Rooftop Team Leader- Telecommunications Construction

TAY Recruitment Ltd; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Telecommunication Rooftop Team Leader to manage telecom rooftop installations across the UK. The role requires approximately 75% travel. Responsibilities include overseeing projects, managing a site team, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in roofing and structural work, coupled with strong leadership skills. Training in rooftop safety is provided as needed. This position is temporary-to-permanent with full commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing site teams for telecom projects.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings.
• Knowledge of compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver telecom rooftop site projects to specification.
• Manage a site team of 2-4 operatives.
• Monitor and control site costs effectively.

Skills

Roofing, concrete, and structural steelwork

Handrailing, access ladders, and walkways

Core drilling and lightning protection

Cable management systems and builders' work

Safe-to-climb systems

Strong leadership and communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Rooftop Worker Certification

Radio Frequency Hazard Awareness

First Aid

Abrasive Wheels

Ladder Safety & Rescue

Manual Handling

Asbestos Awareness

PICW Training

SSSTS or SMSTS

Job description

Telecommunication Rooftop Team Leader

Location: Rochdale (with UK-wide travel)
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm
Recruiter: TAY Recruitment

About the Role

TAY Recruitment is seeking an experienced Team Leader for our client, a leading provider of telecom rooftop installations. You will manage the delivery of rooftop 5G sites and other telecom projects. Please note: this role requires travel approximately 75% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver telecom rooftop site projects to specification and schedule.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings.
• Manage a site team of 2-4 operatives.
• Liaise with Project Management and Stores teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify and propose solutions to on-site issues.
• Drive performance to meet project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and CDM regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily and weekly site documentation.
• Monitor and control site costs effectively.
• Motivate and lead the team to achieve project goals.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Roofing, concrete, and structural steelwork
• Handrailing, access ladders, and walkways
• Core drilling and lightning protection
• Cable management systems and builders' work
• Safe-to-climb systems

Mandatory Training (Provided if not already held)

• Rooftop Worker Certification
• Radio Frequency Hazard Awareness
• First Aid
• Abrasive Wheels
• Ladder Safety & Rescue
• Manual Handling
• Asbestos Awareness
• PICW Training
• SSSTS or SMSTS

Desirable Additional Training

• COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, CDM
• Electrical & Environmental Awareness
• Working at Height, PASMA

Specialist Training Opportunities

• Advanced Climbing & Rescue
• Safe-to-Climb Systems (Latchways, Metreel, Glidelok)
• Hoisting & Lowering
• IPAF, Dumper, Roller, Excavator Operation

What We're Looking For

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work away from home (75% travel)
• Commitment to safety and quality standards
• Problem-solving mindset and commercial awareness

This vacancy is being advertised by TAY Recruitment (an Employment Agency) on behalf of our client. All vacancies are correct at the time of posting.
Reference: INDHP