Roof Truss Designer
6 days ago
Wickham
Job Type: Full TimeHours: 40 hours per week: Monday – FridayLocation: WickhamAbout Us:Sydenhams is the South's leading independent Timber & Builders Merchant and recently we proudly celebrated our 150th anniversary. We are an established, family-run company that prides itself on our exceptional service, products, and people across every area of the business.We supply a full range of Timber and Building Materials, including Timber Frame Homes, Roof Trusses, Web Joists, Flooring, Landscaping Materials, Tools, and more. Our other services include Kitchen & Bathroom Design and Supply, Tool & Plant Hire Centres, specialist Sawmilling, Treatment, and Precision CNC Machining Facilities. The group supplies a broad range of customers, including DIY and Retail, small to national Housebuilders, General and Specialist Contractors, Housing Associations, and other Timber and Builders Merchants.The Role:We are seeking a skilled and motivated Truss Designer to join our growing technical team. You will be responsible for producing accurate and efficient roof truss and floor joist designs using specialist software, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and customer requirements.Key responsibilities include:Producing detailed roof truss and joist layout designs using CAD-based softwareInterpreting architectural and structural drawingsWorking closely with engineers, production teams, and customers to deliver practical solutionsEnsuring all designs comply with building regulations and industry standardsProviding technical support and advice to internal teams and customersManaging multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlinesIdeal Candidate:The key values and skills needed when working at our Timber Centres are:Friendly & helpful attitudeStrong team player with a proactive approachMotivated with a willingness to learn and developExperience in roof truss or timber engineering design (essential or highly desirable)Strong understanding of timber frame construction and roof structuresHigh level of accuracy with excellent attention to detailLiterate, numerate, and confident with computer-based design softwareAbility to read and interpret technical and architectural drawingsWhat We Offer:An impressive staff discountOpportunities to learn and grow within the businessCycle-to-work schemeOngoing training and development in specialist design software and systemsA supportive and experienced technical team environmentHow to Apply:To apply for this role, please follow the instructions below.All correspondence will be treated in the strictest confidence.TPBN1_UKTJ