Roofer
Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
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Salary: | £20 to £25 per hour |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 28 August 2025 |
Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1AA |
Company: | Daniel Owen Ltd |
Job type: | Temporary |
Job reference: | Roofer_1753803439 |
Summary
Our client is looking for: Skilled Roofer (with Solar PV installation experience)
Location - Reading
What's on Offer:
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Work-Life Balance: 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with flexibility to support your lifestyle
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Health & Wellbeing: Access to 24/7 GP services, mental health support, fitness programs, and more
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Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
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Installing Solar PV systems and completing associated roofing works
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Identifying and rectifying roofing defects
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Surveying and replacing slates/tiles in isolated areas
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Removing and replacing full roof coverings across various roof styles
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Re-bedding and renewing hip and ridge tiles
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Pointing, repairing, rebuilding chimney stacks and renewing chimney pots
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Repairing mineral felt and asphalt flat roof coverings
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Renewing and repairing lead flashing on chimneys and lead upstands
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Liaising directly with customers to schedule and carry out work, interpreting written and verbal instructions including drawings, diagrams, and using measuring tools
Please note: this is not an exhaustive list; tasks may vary to meet business needs.
What We're Looking For:
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Time-served tradesperson or completion of a recognised apprenticeship with NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Roofing
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Proven experience in all aspects of roofing, particularly maintenance work on domestic properties and high-rise buildings
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Comfortable working in confined spaces
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Valid UK driving licence
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Skilled worker CSCS card (beneficial)
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Asbestos awareness certification
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Own tools required