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What Does a Roofer Do?
A roofer installs, repairs, and maintains roofs on residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The work covers a wide range of materials and techniques: slating and tiling with concrete or clay, flat roofing with felt, EPDM, or fibreglass, lead work on flashings and valley gutters, and increasingly, installation of green roofs and integrated solar panels. Roofers also handle cladding, guttering, fascias, and soffits. It is a skilled trade that demands head for heights, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of weatherproofing principles.
On a typical new build housing site, roofers come in after the carpenters have finished the roof structure. You felt and batten the roof, then slate or tile it. On commercial projects, roofers might be installing standing seam metal roofing, single-ply membrane systems, or composite panel cladding. On renovation and maintenance work, you strip off old coverings, repair the timber deck if needed, and re-roof. Every job is different, and the variety is part of what makes roofing a rewarding trade.
Which CSCS Card Do You Need?
All roofers need a valid CSCS card to get on site. The type of card depends on your qualifications:
- Green CSCS Labourer Card: for roofers without an NVQ. Requires the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test and the Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment course. Apply at cscs.uk.com.
- Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card: for roofers with an NVQ Level 2 in Roofing Occupations. This is the card most employers ask for. It proves you are a qualified skilled roofer, not just a labourer. Full details at cscs.uk.com.
- Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card: for roofers with NVQ Level 3 or higher. Recognised for supervisory roles and specialist roofing work.
The CSCS Alliance lists all partner card schemes at cscsgroup.co.uk. If you work with bituminous materials or built-up felt roofing, the CSCS Blue Card is the standard requirement.
Roofer Pay Rates 2026
Current pay rates from live SiteJobs listings:
- Roofing Labourer (Green CSCS): £14-18/hour
- Skilled Roofer (Blue CSCS, NVQ Level 2): £18-25/hour
- Lead Roofer / Specialist Slater: £22-28/hour
- Roofing Foreman / Supervisor: £25-30/hour
- Day rate (self-employed): £150-£240/day
- London and South East premium: add 10-15% to all rates
Rates depend on the type of roofing, your skill level, and location. Roofers who can handle specialist work like lead welding, single-ply membrane, or heritage slating command the highest rates. Check live rates on SiteJobs - search sitejobs-code15 on Google.
Types of Roofing Work
The roofing trade covers several specialisms. Most roofers focus on one or two areas:
- Slating and Tiling: The most common roofing work in the UK. Uses natural slate, concrete interlocking tiles, or plain clay tiles. Fixing battens, underlay, and tiles to timber roof structures.
- Flat Roofing: Felt, EPDM rubber, fibreglass (GRP), and single-ply membrane systems. Common on extensions, garages, commercial buildings, and balconies.
- Lead Roofing: Traditional lead work for flashings, valley gutters, parapet roofs, and heritage buildings. Requires specialist skills in lead welding and dressing.
- Cladding and Facades: Installing metal composite panels, rainscreen cladding systems, and standing seam metal roofing. Often on commercial and industrial buildings.
- Green Roofs and Solar: A growing area. Installation of sedum matting, drainage layers, and integrated solar roofing systems.
How to Get Your NVQ in Roofing
To upgrade from a Green CSCS card to a Blue card, you need an NVQ Level 2 in Roofing Occupations. The NVQ is work-based - an assessor visits you on site and watches you work. They assess your competence across real-world tasks: preparing roof decks, installing underlay and battens, fixing slates and tiles, cutting and fitting flashings, and working safely at height. The process typically takes 8 to 12 weeks and costs £600 to £1,200. CITB-registered employers may be eligible for grant funding towards the cost. Once you have the NVQ, apply for your Blue CSCS card at cscs.uk.com.
Health and Safety on Roofs
Roofing is one of the highest-risk trades in construction. Falls from height remain the biggest cause of construction fatalities in the UK. All roofing work must comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Full text at legislation.gov.uk. HSE guidance on working at height at hse.gov.uk.
- Edge protection or harness systems must be in place before any work starts on a roof
- Never work on a fragile roof without proper crawl boards and fall protection
- Check weather conditions - high winds and ice make roofing dangerous
- PPE: hard hat, safety boots, knee pads, hi-vis vest, and a full body harness where required
- Secure all tools and materials - anything falling from a roof can be lethal
- Follow site-specific risk assessments and method statements
- Use a scaffolding system or mobile tower - never use ladders as a working platform for roofing
Where Are the Most Roofer Jobs?
The highest concentrations of roofer vacancies are in London, the South East, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and the major new build housing corridors across the Midlands and South. Storm and weather damage creates seasonal demand, particularly after winter, and renovation work on older housing stock keeps roofers busy year-round in cities like Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, and Bristol. Large housing developers need roofers on their sites, as do social housing maintenance contracts and commercial refurbishment projects. Browse SiteJobs by location to find roles near you.
How to Apply for Roofer Jobs
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How Much Does Roofer Training Cost?
Training costs vary depending on your experience and the route you take:
- CITB Health, Safety and Environment test: around £22
- Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment course: £100 to £200
- CSCS Green Labourer card application: £36
- NVQ Level 2 in Roofing Occupations (for Blue card upgrade): £600 to £1,200
- Specialist training (lead work, single-ply membrane, EPDM): £200 to £500 per course
The investment pays off quickly - a skilled roofer with a Blue card earning £22/hour on a 45-hour week brings in £990 per week. Specialist lead roofers can earn significantly more.
Related Construction Trades
Many roofers also work across related trades. Common combinations include:
- Cladding and facades - 13 live jobs on SiteJobs
- Dryliner and partitioner - available on SiteJobs
- Carpenter (roof structure work) - available on SiteJobs
- Scaffolder (for access setup) - available on SiteJobs
More skills means more work and higher pay. Browse all construction jobs on SiteJobs.
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