Follow safety procedures: Wear PPE, comply with health and safety regulations, and maintain a safe work area.
Read and interpret plans: Understand drawings, specifications, and instructions from supervisors.
Prepare materials and tools: Collect, move, and organise roofing materials; set up and check tools and equipment.
Install roofing components: Fit underlay, battens, tiles, slates, flashings, and dry/wet fix products on verges, hips, ridges, and valleys.
Measure and cut materials: Accurately mark out and cut tiles or slates to size.
Apply insulation and ventilation: Install products for warm and cold roof construction.
Maintain tools and equipment: Clean and store tools properly after use.
Training:Block Release Training will take place at the SIMIAN Roofing Training Centre in Warrington Town Centre. Training in the centre will take place every 7 weeks for 5 days (Monday-Friday). Training Outcome:Completing a Level 2 Roofer Apprenticeship opens multiple pathways in the construction industry.
After completing the apprenticeship and passing the End-Point Assessment, you become a fully qualified roofer with a CSCS Skilled Worker card. This allows you to work independently on roofing projects.
Medium-Term Opportunities
Specialist Roofer:
Focus on advanced techniques such as waterproof membranes, slating and tiling, or heritage roofing.
Supervisor or Foreman:
Oversee small teams, manage site safety, and coordinate work schedules.
Estimator or Surveyor:
Move into roles that involve pricing jobs, assessing roof conditions, and liaising with clients.
Long-Term Career Paths
Site Manager or Project Manager:
Manage entire roofing or construction projects, including budgets and compliance.
Health & Safety Officer:
Specialise in safety standards and compliance across construction sites.
Teaching or Apprenticeship Coach:
Train the next generation of roofers and share your expertise.
Self-Employed Contractor / Business Owner:
Many experienced roofers start their own roofing companies, offering services directly to clients.
Employer Description:Based in Prescot, Merseyside, Daley’s Roofing has proudly offered roof construction and maintenance services for more than ten years. Completing contractual work for a variety of leading building firms, we have the knowledge and skills needed to produce compelling results with efficiency in mind. In addition, we provide domestic customers with a range of roofing services and participate in re-roofing schemes for social housing projects.Working Hours :8.00am - 5.00pm, days to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
