Roofer, Roof Tiler or Slater
Tasks
- Uses hand and power tools to shape and trim bricks.
- Places, levels and aligns bricks in mortar bed and walls.
- Mixes and spreads mortar on foundations and bricks.
- Measures construction site and lays out the first lines of bricks to mark position of walls.
- Examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements.
Typical Education Level
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 12% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£25,173 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for roofer, roof tiler or slater is £25,173
951 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 951. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
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Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for roofer, roof tiler or slater roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £25,173 per year. That is about £2,098 per month or £12.91 per hour. New workers generally start on £17,937, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £36,741
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 951 people are employed in the region.
