My job

Roof Truss Operative  
Location: Newry, County Down
Hours: Monday-Friday, potential for Saturdays (5 days on-site)

This role is ideal for someone who is motivated, hands-on, and ready to learn. You will work with a supportive team and gain valuable skills while contributing to the production of high-quality, precision-engineered timber products.

What You’ll Do

• Laying out and assembling timber components
• Pressing, stacking, and preparing roof trusses for dispatch
• Creating Posi and I-Joists to fulfil customer orders
• Ensuring all timber products meet our quality standards

What You Need (Essential)

• Have an interest in timber, construction, or manufacturing
• Are hardworking, enthusiastic, and keen to learn
• Enjoy working as part of a team and have a positive, “can-do” attitude

What can we offer you?

• Unlimited in-house training and development opportunities
• Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• A competitive rate of pay within a well-respected company
• Access to our Medical Plan provided by Westfield Health

The company

Haldane Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

ABOUT HALDANE GROUP Founded in 1946, we've spent nearly eight decades becoming one of the UK's top ten builders merchants. Operating through multiple specialist brands across Northern Ireland, we're more than just suppliers – we're partners to the trade.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Top 10 UK builders merchant with strong local presence
• Multiple specialist brands serving different market segments
• Industry leadership through BMF board-level involvement
• Ambitious growth plans including strategic acquisitions
• Investment in people, technology, and innovation
• 700+ employees across Northern Ireland
• Deep roots in local communities

Our Values: We're built on expertise, relationships, and service. We know our products, we understand our customers, and we deliver on our promises.

Join us in shaping the future of building materials supply in Northern Ireland.