Roof Truss Operative

Haldane Fisher Limited; Newry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber and builder's merchant in Northern Ireland is seeking a Roof Truss Operative to join their team in Newry. The ideal candidate will gain valuable skills in timber component assembly and quality assurance. Responsibilities include laying out components, pressing roof trusses, and creating joists. There is a strong emphasis on training and a positive, team-oriented workplace. The company offers benefits like staff discounts and a contributory pension scheme, and a closing date for applications is set for February 13, 2026.

Benefits

Unlimited in-house training

Staff Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Contributory Pension Scheme

On-site parking

30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Interest in or experience with timber products or construction.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Laying out timber components.
• Pressing and stacking of roof trusses.
• Creating Posi and I Joists to fulfill orders.
• Ensuring timber components meet quality standards.

Skills

Interest in timber products or construction

Hard Working

Team Player

Positive Can Do attitude

Job description

Overview

Haldane Fisher are a leading timber and builder's merchants and have a reputation for innovation and excellence within their field. The company believes in their people and strives to provide excellent and reliable service to their customers.

We wish to recruit a Roof Truss Operative to work at our Head Office in Newry. This is for someone looking to learn and develop new skills that will equip them for a career within one of the UK and Ireland's leading Independent merchants.

Responsibilities

• Laying out timber components
• Pressing and stacking of roof trusses
• Creating Posi and I Joists to fulfil orders
• Ensuring timber components meet quality standards

Applications for the role

• Has an interest in or experience with timber products or construction
• Is Hard Working and willing to Learn
• Is a Team Player, with a positive Can Do attitude

Benefits

• Unlimited in-house training
• Staff Discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• On-site parking
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Closing date

Closing date is Friday 13 February 2026

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