Senior Plumber

2 weeks ago

Gillette, Wyoming, United States University of Derby Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Plumber to join our team at the University of Derby. As a Senior Plumber, you will be responsible for providing a high-quality plumbing service to our students, staff, and visitors. This will involve carrying out a wide range of plumbing works, including installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems, fixtures, and appliances.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out plumbing works in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations and standards.
  • Supervise the work of maintenance assistants and ensure a safe working environment for all staff, students, and visitors.
  • Assist in the implementation of the Computer Aided Facilities Manager (CAFM) system and act as an ambassador for the system within the estates team.
  • Support the Senior Supervisor with audits to ensure university health and safety aims are met and ISO 14001 compliance.
  • Work collaboratively with other maintenance teams to deliver and engage with 'toolbox talks' to share updates relating to plumbing maintenance, university policies, and health and safety guidelines.
Requirements
  • City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in a plumbing trade or Level 2 with proven commercial and domestic experience and willing to train to level 3.
  • Water Regulations-WR01.
  • Energy Efficiency (L8)-EE1.
  • Vented and Unvented Hot Water (G3)-UVHW1.
  • Legionella-LG01.
  • H&S in the Workplace.
  • Level 3 Award in Risk Assessment Principles.
Desirable Criteria
  • ILM level 3 or equivalent supervisory training.
  • PASMA, IPAF.
  • Ladder Association, User & Assessor.
  • Manual handling etc.
  • Asbestos awareness training.
  • IOSH trained.
  • NEBOSH Certificate H & S Qualified.
  • First Aid in the workplace.
  • HVAC certificate/training.
  • Line Management Certificate NEBSM, ILM or equivalent.
Benefits
  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata).
  • Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision, and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers.
  • Discounted onsite gym.
  • Discounted access to Devonshire Spa.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • A flexible working environment.
  • A commitment to personal and professional development.