Company Overview:
The Roberts Group is a family-run business consisting of 4 brands which innovate, develop, and manufacture cold-applied liquid waterproofing solutions for UK and global flat roofing markets. Restec is one of four high-performing brands within our group and is a market-leading brand within the builder’s merchant market.
We believe that our greatest asset is our people. We understand that a positive and inclusive workplace culture not only enhances individual well-being but also fosters creativity, innovation, and success. We take pride in creating an environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Due to significant business expansion, we are looking for someone with a passion for flat roofing and an in-depth technical knowledge about the industry. You will be joining an exciting, fast-growing organisation with plenty of opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Job Summary:
You will play a pivotal role in our exceptional support services by way of product demonstrations and in-depth contractor training across Restec’s vast merchant network. You will also be encouraged to Impart your technical knowledge and assist with our unique sales process supporting the Regional Sales Managers.
The role is field based and will involve travelling to our network of customers within a defined geographical area, however a degree of flexibility will be required for occasional longer journeys and overnight stays being expected. Hotel, meals and fuel will be costed by the company in line with our expenses policies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to the merchant sector including product demonstrations and contractor training days.
- Ensure van stock levels are in place ready for demonstration and training days.
- Continued evaluation of training days to improve training rigs and the training experience as a whole.
- Ensure Journey planning is correctly executed to arrive on time for training set up and delivery.
- Liaise closely with the customers in advance to ensure training days start on time.
- Build exhibition style special sample models.
- Work with internal departments and staff as required to support business operations and growth.
- Keep up to date with Restec product ranges and application techniques.
- Keep up to date with the product ranges of competitors and their application techniques
- Liaise with your line Manager to assist in any tasks that maybe required, e.g. improvement of training.
- Ensure that the van is kept in a clean and tidy manner at all times.
Key Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of liquid roofing, covering the practical, theory and legislative aspects of the industry
- Ability to engage with an audience
- Effective prioritising of tasks based on the value and importance to the company
- Excellent Communicator both written and verbal
- Strong Work Ethic
- Full Driving Licence
- Self-Motivated
- Team Player but can work on their own initiative
- Full Driving License
- Ability to work at height
- Problem solving skills
- Professional appearance
- Good timekeeping and attendance
- Honesty / Integrity
- Able to work remotely
- Enthusiastic and Self Motivated
- Microsoft Office/365 knowledge
Benefits
- Mobile Phone
- Laptop
- Company credit card
- Company Vehicle
- Enrolment in the company pension scheme
Location: Field-based, covering Central and Southern England
Preferred base: Northampton, Cambridge or surrounding areas
Travel: Regular travel is required to customer sites across a broad territory, generally within approximately two hours’ travel and extending from London to Manchester. Occasional overnight stays may be required.
Salary: £36,000 to £40,000
Pay: £36,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
