JOB DESCRIPTION – Roofing & Maintenance Apprentice
General Requirements:
- Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to work safely at height and in a physically demanding environment.
- Good practical and problem-solving skills.
- Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to complete risk assessments and follow Health and Safety requirements.
· Willingness to maintain confidentiality. To maintain a professional, neat and tidy appearance, using any uniform items provided whilst on duty.
Roofing Apprenticeship
You will ensure that properties remain well-kept and looking their best, by completing a range of maintenance tasks across the year.
Additionally, you will:
· Ensure the overall upkeep of the site.
· Carry out regular assessments of any issues that may have arisen.
· Report issues where necessary.
· Make sure our properties are presented to a high standard.
· Ensure the grounds and buildings remain tidy.
· Undertake landscaping and litter-picking activities.
· Complete mowing of grass, leaf clearing and sweeping up as required.
· Complete power washing as and where needed.
· Painting and decorating as and when needed.
· Assisting with Joinery and general building works.
Roofing Apprenticeship Duties:
· Work alongside experienced roofers to learn the installation, repair and maintenance of pitched and flat roofs.
· Assist with slate, tile, leadwork, roofline (fascias, soffits and guttering) and waterproofing systems.
· Safely use roofing tools, equipment and access systems under supervision.
· Learn to identify roofing defects and carry out repairs to a high standard.
· Follow all health and safety procedures, including working at height and manual handling.
· Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area.
· Attend all college and training provider sessions as part of the Scottish Construction: Building Modern Apprenticeship (Roofing Occupations pathway).
· Work towards achieving the SVQ in Roofing (Construction) at SCQF Level 5, with progression to SCQF Level 6 where appropriate.
· Complete workplace evidence, assessments and any apprenticeship portfolio required by the training provider.
· Represent Bute Island Developments Ltd professionally when working at customer properties.
Ideal Candidate
· Must have a good command of written and spoken English.
· Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the operational requirements of Bute Island Developments Ltd.
· · Full UK driving licence (desirable but not essential).
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £16,640 (£8.00 per hour), 1st year apprentice with annual pay reviews and opportunities for progression.
Schedule: 40 hour working week
- Typical shift is 8am to 16:40 (40-minute unpaid lunch) with weekends and travel to other properties in Scotland as and when required (5 out of 7 days per week)
Benefits
- Full training provided
- Scottish Modern Apprenticeship enrolment
- Company uniform and PPE
- Recognised qualifications
- Career progression to Qualified Roofer
- Paid holidays
- Pension scheme (where applicable)
- Successful completion may lead to a permanent qualified roofer position.
Work Location: In person
