Roofer / Multi-Trade Operative
- Hastings, East Sussex
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £40,000 - £40,000 Per Annum
Job Description
We are recruiting for a skilled operative whose primary trade is Roofing, with the ability to undertake a range of additional maintenance and repair works across a social housing portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organisation offering genuine long-term career prospects, employment benefits, and job security.
What's on Offer?
✅ Salary up to £40,000 per annum ✅ Company van and fuel card ✅ Paid annual leave ✅ Pension scheme ✅ Permanent employed position ✅ Long-term job security ✅ Immediate start available
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out roofing repairs and maintenance on domestic properties
- Diagnosing and rectifying roof leaks and defects
- Repairing and replacing tiles, slates, felt, flashing, gutters, fascias, and soffits
- Completing responsive repairs and refurbishment works
- Working within occupied and void social housing properties
- Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Managing jobs through a PDA system (training provided)
Essential Skills & Experience
Core Trade:
- Roofing maintenance and repair experience
Multi-Trade Skills:
- Carpentry
- Plumbing
- Patch plastering
- General building repairs
Requirements
- Experience working within social housing, property maintenance, or residential repairs
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills
- NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum in Roofing or a relevant trade
- Full UK Driving Licence
- DBS check (or willingness to undertake one)
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable
- Additional trade qualifications
- Experience working within a responsive repairs environment
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures within social housing maintenance
Important
This opportunity is strictly for candidates seeking a permanent employed position and would suit someone looking for stability, employment benefits, and long-term career progression.
This role is not suitable for subcontractors, self-employed roofers, or candidates seeking temporary work.
If you're available immediately or at short notice and have strong roofing and multi-trade experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion


