Roof Tilers cover roofs with tiles, sheets and shingles to form a waterproof surface. Roof Tilers study drawings to determine materials, erect equipment, secure waterproof sheets, underlay and roofing material. Roof Tilers need to enjoy heights, working in the elements and be able to lift heavy material.
Specialisations
- Roofer
- Roof Fixer
- Roof Shingler
- Roof Slater
Knowledge Skills and Attributes
- manual dexterity and a good sense of balance
- strength and stamina to work with heavy tools and materials
- ability to work at heights
- strength to move heavy ladders or set up scaffolding
- desire to do a precise and thorough job
Education Training Requirements
Apprenticeships and Traineeship
You can become a Roof Tiler by completing an apprenticeship. As an apprentice, you enter into a formal training contract with an employer. You spend most of your time working and learning practical skills on the job and you spend some time undertaking structured training with a registered training provider of your choice. They will assess your skills and when you are competent in all areas, you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification. Visit ApprentiCentre to find out more. The apprenticeship usually takes three and a half years to complete, or five years and 3 months if you start your training at school.
