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Workshop Recruitment are looking for an experienced roofer, our client operates within reactive maintenance within social housing.The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.The key activities you will undertake in this role will be a wide variety of roofing repairs at occupied homes and empty properties. The work will include; pitch, and flat roof repairs including replacement of tiles, felt, eave trays, lead repairs/replacement, mineral sheet repairs/replacement (torch on), and non-licenced asbestos removal (where full training will be given).KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSNVQ level 2-3 in roofing or equivalent.A DBS/Criminal Background check will be completed prior to employment starting2 - 5 yrs. experience of working in Social Housing or Building Maintenance environment.Ability to work at height.Be able to demonstrate you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work.Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry working on historic / listed buildings.Be comfortable in dealing with residents / building representatives and always remain professional.Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner.Excellent customer service skills (Essential)Roles and ResponsibilitiesUndertaking all aspects of roofing work, including:Stripping any built-up flat felt roof coveringReplace any timber or insulated roof deckingApply three-layer torch on built up felt, including the formation of all drips, welts and upstandsForm internal roof gutters with correct falls cut and install lead flashingsLiaising with tenants on site regarding the work you are undertaking.Additional to the above requirements, the ideal candidate should be able to carry out the following repairs/works:Pitched roofing tile repairsTile and batten replacementGutter repairs and replacementFascia repairs and xjdpvnf replacementMust be able to install mineral wool loft insulationSky vac to clear guttersRepointing to chimneys, gable endsPointing to verges and ridge tilesTile and slate hangingChimney pot replacementInstall/replace lead slates including replacement of mushroom cowls, weathering collars where necessaryBENEFITSVan and fuel cardUniform providedGood benefits package including sick pay and BUPASmart Pension Rewards ProgrammeREQUIREMENTSMust have a clean manual UK Driving License (Required and essential)Must have a clean DBS (Essential)Pass a drug test (Required and essential)