Job Description

Pitched Roofing Operative

John Flowers Ltd has an exciting opportunity to join our growing business as a Pitched Roofing Operative. You will work alongside roofers, assisting with materials handling, transportation, and general site duties. Based in Washington, North East England, most work is carried out within a 100-mile radius of our office, with occasional travel further afield.

About the Role:

The successful candidate should possess and be able to demonstrate a combination of qualities including:

Roofing experience (required) CSCS Card (required) Full, clean driving licence (preferred) Ability to be flexible and adapt to change and work effectively as part of a team Friendly and professional manner, with good organisational and people skills Excellent hand-eye coordination Strong attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of the role will include all aspects of pitched roofing, including:

Remove or repair broken tiles or slates (stripping) Check the condition of roof timbers Measure the roof area to work out how much material is needed Fit insulation Cut and fit roofing felt Cover roofs with slates, tiles, sheets, or cladding Apply waterproof membranes to flat roofs Fit plastic or lead flashings around chimneys, windows, and walls Seal roof joints with mortar

The Company:

We are a roofing company based in Washington in the North East of England. With over 40 years' experience in the construction industry, John Flowers Ltd is a well-established and highly respected company.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business that is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We are dedicated to having a professional and qualified workforce and ensuring that we develop our staff to reach their full potential.

Pay:

Competative pay plus bonus scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person