Driver / Labourer

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Description – Roofing Labourer & Flatbed Lorry Driver</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Title</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Roofing Labourer & Flatbed Lorry Driver</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Various sites across East Sussex, Sussex and surrounding areas</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Employment Type</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full-time</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Purpose</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and practical Roofing Labourer & Flatbed Lorry Driver to join our roofing team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role combines general roofing labouring duties with the safe and efficient driving and operation of a flatbed lorry. The successful candidate will assist roofers on site, help with the loading and unloading of materials, and ensure materials and equipment are transported safely between our yard, suppliers and roofing projects.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Roofing Labouring</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist roofers with day-to-day roofing and building work.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Load, unload and move roofing materials, tools and equipment around site.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist with the preparation and clearing of roofing work areas.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Handle tiles, slates, timber, felt, battens, lead and other roofing materials.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist with deliveries and distribution of materials to different areas of the site.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Help with scaffolding access, ladders and general site preparation as required.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow instructions from the Site Manager, Roofing Supervisor or lead roofer.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Work safely at height and comply with site health and safety</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Take care when working on occupied properties and respect customers’ homes and gardens.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Flatbed Lorry Driving</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safely operate and drive a flatbed lorry to and from roofing sites.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Collect materials from suppliers and deliver them to sites.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Load and secure materials correctly before transportation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure loads are safely restrained in accordance with legal</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist with loading and unloading deliveries, including roofing materials.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the vehicle.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records where required.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Plan journeys efficiently and allow sufficient time for deliveries and collections.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Comply with all relevant road traffic, drivers’ hours, vehicle and health and safety legislation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Skills & Experience</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid driving licence appropriate for the flatbed lorry being driven.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous experience driving a flatbed or similar commercial vehicle is preferred.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous roofing, construction or general building experience is advantageous.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good understanding of safe manual handling and load securing.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Physically fit and capable of lifting and carrying roofing materials.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Comfortable working at height and on construction sites.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable, punctual and willing to undertake a varied range of duties.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good awareness of health and safety.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Careful and responsible attitude when driving company vehicles.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Personal Qualities</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The successful candidate will be:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable and hardworking.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Punctual and well organised.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Practical and willing to get involved.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safety-conscious.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A good team player.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Polite and professional when dealing with customers and suppliers.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Able to work independently when required.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Flexible in their approach to changing site</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Physical</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role involves manual work, including lifting and carrying roofing materials and equipment. The candidate must be physically capable of working on construction sites and, where required, working at height.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Health & Safety</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The successful candidate will be expected to:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow company health and safety procedures at all times.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Wear appropriate PPE.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Report hazards, accidents, near misses and vehicle defects.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure all loads are properly secured before driving.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow site-specific risk assessments and method statements.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What We Offer</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full-time, permanent position.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Competitive salary, dependent on experience and driving qualifications.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Variety of work across Sussex and surrounding areas.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Opportunity to develop roofing and construction skills.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Company vehicle provided for work duties where applicable.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Supportive and experienced roofing team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">How to Apply</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Please provide a CV detailing your relevant driving, roofing, construction and labouring experience, together with details of your current driving licence and any relevant qualifications.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Full-time</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £34,000 per year, depending on experience</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours: [Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:30pm</p>