In Summary
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Entry Requirements
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Training
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Skills & Qualities
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work at heights
- Physical strength and stamina; skilled in the use of tools and materials
- Ability to calculate measurements and carry out precise work
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work across multiple sites; a driving licence is an advantage
Work Activities
- Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures.
- Set up scaffolding to provide safe access to roofs.
- Align roofing materials with the edges of roofs.
- Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
- Cement or nail flashing strips of metal or shingles over joints to make them watertight.
- Install, repair, or replace single-ply roofing systems using waterproof sheet materials such as modified plastics, elastomeric compounds, or other asphalt-based compositions.
- Cut felt, shingles, or flashing strips to fit around angles formed by walls, vents, or intersecting roof surfaces.
- Install vapor barriers or layers of insulation on flat roofs.
- Cut roofing paper to size using knives, and nail or staple it to roofs in overlapping strips to form a base for other materials.
- Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage or rust.
Career Progression
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Roofers and slaters can progress to roles with companies in the construction sector. Others may choose to explore enterprise or self-employment opportunities, working as independent contractors.
Useful Links that may support your career progression
- Enterprise Local enterprise offices
- Local Area Partnership Enterprise development
- Skillnets professional networking and development: Engineering & construction network
Getting this Apprenticeship
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To find an apprenticeship, you can search apprenticeship vacancies and a list of currently approved apprentice employers on the Apprenticeship Jobs & Employers Portal. You can search for vacancies by location and employer in each apprenticeship.
Finding an Employer
Finding an employer or registering your interest with an official Coordinating Provider is one of the first things you need to do to start an apprenticeship.
To find an apprenticeship and secure an apprenticeship work contract you can search apprenticeship vacancies on the Apprenticeship Jobs Portal . You can search for vacancies by location and by apprenticeship type.
Your local Education and Training Board may also hold details of employers seeking to employ an apprentice.
You should also directly connect with local employers who might be interested in taking on an apprentice. It is a great idea to get a part time job with a local employer who might be more inclined to take you on as an apprentice following a successful work experience placement or a part time job contract.
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Pay & Fees
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