Roofer - North East at Octopus Energy

Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Renewable Energy, Solar EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Proven experience as a Roofers labourer/Roofers mate
Experience working on slate/tile pitched roofs
Knowledge of roofing materials, techniques & safety practices
Experience working at height

Responsibilities

Movement & lifting of materials
Running cables/conduit
Grinding tiles
Waste removal
Assisting the Electrician in Solar installation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RoofingRoofers MateSlate RoofsTile RoofsWorking at HeightRoofing SafetyMaterial HandlingCable RunningGrinding TilesWaste RemovalSolar PV Installation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary and compensation for this roofer position?

The role offers a £30,000 basic salary with overtime available, plus London weighting if living within M25, a £2,500 annual bonus based on KPIs, and salary uplift upon completion of training and mentoring.

Is this roofer job remote or does it require working on-site?

This is a full-time on-site role involving physical work on roofs across the UK, specifically in the North East, with no remote work option.

What skills and experience are required for this roofer role?

Candidates need proven experience as a Roofers labourer/Roofers mate, experience working on slate/tile pitched roofs, knowledge of roofing materials, techniques & safety practices, and experience working at height.

What is the company culture like at Octopus Energy?

Octopus Energy Group fosters a unique culture where people learn, decide, and build quicker with autonomy alongside amazing co-owners on groundbreaking projects, and it has been voted one of the 50 best places to work in 2022.

What makes a strong candidate for this roofer position?

A strong candidate has proven experience as a Roofers labourer or mate, works on slate/tile pitched roofs, knows roofing materials, techniques, and safety, and has experience at height; the company encourages applications even if you don't meet 100% of requirements if you're decent, honest, and empathetic.

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$2,476.6MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Company Equity

OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.

Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.

£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.

The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.

Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.

Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.

Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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