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roofer
Job Description
Roofers specialise in cladding and waterproofing roof structures, with repair work also making up a large percentage of the work in this profession.
In either discipline, a roofer will measure, cut and fit the materials required before making them watertight and structurally sound.
CSCS Card
Required NVQ
Red CSCS Card
NVQ Trainee
Green CSCS Card
NVQ Level 1
Blue CSCS Card
NVQ Level 2
Gold CSCS Card (Supervisors)
NVQ Level 3
Black CSCS Card (Managers)
NVQ Level 4
Why is this a Job for Me?
If you have a head for heights, can work flexibly and have good arithmetic skills.
Average Salary
£13,000 - £30,000Required Skills
- Good with heights
- Can understand/quickly learn building plans
- Great communicator happy working in teams
- Health and safety awareness
- Natural maths ability for figuring out areas, quantities and prices
Working Hours
40Roofers usually work a 40 hour week, although this is subject to change depending on the season, with overtime likely to be available during the summer months.
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Qualification Pathways
Level 2 Diploma
Built-up Felt Roofing
Level 2 NVQ
Diploma in Mastic Asphalting (Construction)
Level 2 Diploma
Roof Slating and Tiling
Level 2 NVQ
Diploma in Roofing Occupations
Level 2 NVQ
Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction)
Level 3 NVQ
Diploma in Mastic Asphalting (Construction)
Level 3 Diploma
Roof Slating and Tiling
Level 3 NVQ
Diploma in Roofing Occupations
Level 3 NVQ
Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction)
Career Progression
roofer
Roofing Technician
Site Manager
Specifications
Leading
Lay sheets of lead onto timber boards and perform jointing on these sheets in this popular method of weather protection for homes.
Roof Tiling
Lay clay, slate, concrete or even plastic tiles by fixing them into place with nails so that each row overlaps the one below to exclude rainwater.
Roof Slating
Fix rectangular pieces of slate into place using nails and battens.
Guttering
Install gutters around a roof to direct water away from the buildings base.
Thatching
Build a roof with dry natural materials such as straw or rushes.
Required PPE
Sturdy shoes with a protective toe box and non-slip soles
Eyeshield/safety visor
Hard hat
Gloves
Hi-vis jacket
Required Tools
Hammer
A good hammer will be required for just about every roofing job you will ever do, with a great deal of nailing involved in each job.
Chalk box
Ideal accessory for drawing and keeping track of your measurements when working.
Utility Knife
Your primary tool for removing old roofing and correctly installing new roofing, you can find knives that are specifically designed to withstand the rigours of cutting heavy and thick roofing materials.
Hand Saw
Useful for removing wood that has rotted underneath old roofing. It’s wise to carry a good hand saw with you in case the more typical on-site circular saws can’t access a job due to being hampered by extension cord limitations, or if there is a power failure during the installation.
Measuring Tape
A craftsmen’s brand tape measure will ensure you always have the layout and dimensions of your work in mind.