A great opportunity has become available for a reliable and skilled Groundworker/Roofer Multi to join a dynamic regional company recognised for developing and training its staff to succeed in their roles. Based in Southampton, you will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £33,852 and excellent benefits.

Mountjoy is an expanding construction and maintenance company specialising in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.

With a focus on delivering exceptional service to our clients and customers, the Groundworker/Roofer Multi position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

Our Company values

We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to:

• Present a professional appearance at all times
• Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times
• Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised
• Deliver a high standard of work at all times

We have Integrity, built-in

Our Company Benefits:

• 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
• We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year
• On top of your salary, you will receive a £140 on call retainer for each week you are on call, and will be paid for each call out you attend 
• Company sick pay after 12 months length of service/after probation
• Life Insurance
• Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Employee recognition scheme
• Length of Service Rewards
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)
• Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff
• You will be issued your own company vehicle and fuel card 
• Full uniform and safety equipment is provided 
• Access to a tool loan for all trade staff 
• Refer a Friend scheme

Key responsibilities as our Groundworker/Roofer Multi will include:

• A wide variety of domestic and commercial roofing and groundwork repairs. This works will spread over the University halls of residence. The works will include things such as, minor flat and pitched roof repairs. Fascia, soffit and guttering repairs and replacement. Various types of groundworks form re-laying slabs, replacing fencing and carrying out various PPM activities.

What we are looking for in our Groundworker/Roofer Multi:

• Able to use the phone or PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely understanding what information you need or need to provide;
• Be comfortable in dealing with residents, and representatives of Southampton University.
• Understand the need to complete outstanding pieces of work and deal with work, completely and in one go.
• Have an organised approach to meet the demands of Mountjoy and UoS in an effective and timely manner.
• Have a practical approach to health and safety, ensuring that you and others are safe at all times.
• A problem solver and be able to work out what is a proportionate and necessary repair, learning from your previous experiences.
• Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner.
• Be able to use knowledge and judgement to make the right decisions and find effective solutions to problems.
• Be able to demonstrate you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work.
• Have the prerequisite technical, statutory, and legislative knowledge for the trades you perform for the company ensuring you keep abreast of updates and changes.
• Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry.
• CSCS Card.
• Full Driving Licence.
• 2 – 5 years’ experience of working in Building Maintenance and Educational environment.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Groundworker/Roofer Multi then please click “apply” now – We’d love to hear from you! 

Mountjoy is an Equal Opportunities employer and a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are also a member of the Hampshire Construction Training Association.

It is a further requirement that all staff must pass an Enhanced DBS check.