Meet the Team

I joined Roofing Gear in 2018. I spent the first 18 months working in our new, relocated Poundbury depot under the wing of Mr Dorchester himself (Josh Gear). After that, it was time for a new challenge. I moved across to our Yeovil branch which has taught me so much and helped my career here move forward. Another 18 months down the line and I am now the Branch Manager of Yeovil which I take great pride in. We have a fantastic team in both branches. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful, with a mix of youth and experience we are well equipped for what ever the future throws at us. Outside of work, I love music and my guitars. I really enjoy several sports but my main sport is football. I have loved the game and I have supported Chelsea my whole life. You can find me running around the pitch in the green and yellow of Milborne Port FC on a Saturday afternoon. [email protected] or you can phone me personally on 01935 700425

I joined Roofing Gear in 2006 after having a very small break away from the Roofing Merchant industry. Prior to this I spent 24 years working for a Builders Merchant with Roofing being my specialized chosen subject! Outside of work you will find me enjoying a glass of wine or two, and with a new house I’m painting, decorating and gardening! Multi-tasking is one of my strong points! Contact via email [email protected] or call 01935 700425

I have been working with Roofing Gear since mid-2017, where I was hired as a temporary yardman and “Saturday boy” to help with orders and organising the new Poundbury store while still in school. Since then I have studied and passed my lv3 construction and built environment course and my lv3 CAD course at college and have been brought on as a permanent member of the team. With the intention of taking further steps to develop within the company and individually. Oh, and to make the tea rounds… Outside of the office you will see me throwing myself around on anything with 2 wheels or enjoying a pint at the Duchess (best pub in the area). If you fancy buying me one or getting some roofing materials, you can contact me via [email protected]

Hi I’m Mikey! I’m a Weymouth born & breed! I joined Roofing Gear Dorchester in May 2022, after a short stint with Travis Perkins in Dorchester! Previously I worked at Bournemouth Airport! You’ll often see me driving the rapid response vehicle around in Dorchester and surrounding areas or in the yard keeping it nice and tidy! Outside of work, I’m a Liverpool fan so you’ll often see me supporting the reds, in the pub! I enjoy a round of golf, especially the 19th hole!

My first introduction to the roofing industry was in 1979 working on the tools for a local roofing contractor near Portsmouth. The Marley Roofing Centres, Portsmouth, St Blazey and Storrington Roofing Centre in West Sussex. Redland Roof Tiles Technical Sales Representative for Hampshire and West Sussex. Technical Sales Manager at Coleman Roofing Supplies in Milford in Surrey, dealing with customer enquiries, estimating quantities from drawings and visiting customer sites. Cobsen-Davies Roofing Dorset 1991, undertaking new site work and re-roofing projects for major national and local building and contractors and local authorities in Dorset and Wilshire. Etrernit Clay Tiles, 1997, Technical Sales Representative for Hampshire, Wiltshire and Berkshire managing the accounts of the leading roofing contactors and merchants. National Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland for Solutia Performance Films. Solutia produce the worlds leading brand of high-performance window film LLumar. Self Employed 2017, loft conversion and property renovation projects. I have many sporting interests, Squash, Racquet Ball, golf, football and particularly Rugby Union. I now enjoy coaching at Dorchester Rugby Club. I also really enjoy cooking, from the good old staple British dishes to more refined classics and Italian, Chinese and Indian dishes.

Hi There! I’m Brian. I joined Roofing Gear, Dorchester in December 2019 and I’m loving every minute of working for this friendly family run business. I’ve been working in Roofing Merchants for over 23 years now, the first 8 years of my roofing life was spent in South London where I grew up, and the last 15 years have been in Poole after moving down in 2005. I have covered every area of roofing merchanting, from Yardman to Driver, Salesman to Branch Manager which I feel gives me a full insight of how best to service customers. In my 23 years in the roofing industry I have covered pretty much every aspect of roofing and I’ve gained a massive wealth of Product and Technical knowledge which allows me to offer advice and guidance on all areas of roofing. I’m competent in estimating all types of materials from plans or by site visit where necessary. I have a real passion for customer service and looking after my customers is always at the forefront of everything I do. Now having the flexibility to make things happen when needed is a real breath of fresh air and helps me to help you. if I can be of any assistance to you please give me a call on 01305 257 828 or by email at [email protected] On a personal note, outside of work I have a real love for my garden where I can often be found until it gets dark. I have 2 grown up kids who I am extremely proud of and a wife who is my rock, and I’m still trying to understand how she’s put up with me so long??

A life in the roofing industry! I started work as a fresh faced 19-year-old at James Chandler in Lewes as a slating and tiling estimator. Then after 4 years I went onto Cobsen-Davies in Brighton as a Contracts Manager and then Branch Manager. In 1998 it was onto Asphaltic Eastbourne and a 6-week posting to Bournemouth…. I stayed 20 years. After a pandemic extended rest from full time roofing, the opening of the Poole Depot has given me the opportunity to get back to what I know best. Proud to be part of The Roofing Gear Family. Outside of work, I love music and football, a lifelong Leeds supporter. Ruining a good walk on the golf course and will watch any Motorsport all day long. You can contact me on 01202 143940 or email [email protected]

Hi, I’m Carl and I am the Assistant Branch Manager at our new Poole depot. I have been in the roofing industry since 2005, firstly working for a national roofing merchant covering many aspects within that business from assistant manager, supply chain roles and distribution roles. More recently I have worked for a Hampshire based builder’s merchants, again specializing in the roofing sector. I have a wealth of roofing knowledge and can help with many technical aspects associated with flat and pitched roofs. I have previously worked with Brian over the last 15 years and we both share a passion for excellent customer service and developing close relationships with our customers to provide a premium experience. When not at work I love spending time with my wife of 26 years and my 2 young children, travelling, camping, Formula 1 racing and following my childhood football team Liverpool. If you require any assistance please contact me at our Poole branch on 01202 143940 or email me at [email protected].

Hi I’m Gavin and I joined Roofing Gear in March 2022. I have been a HGV driver since 2013 and have over 6 years of lorry mounted crane experience within the roofing sector and pride myself on delivering product to the most difficult of locations and always going the extra mile for the customer. Outside of work I am a massive sports fan enjoying football, Formula 1 and rugby. At the weekends I love a cheeky cider or 2.