H&T 1478 - Plumber

South Lanarkshire; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as an experienced Plumber, where your skills will support diverse works programs within Building Services. This role offers the opportunity to showcase your technical competencies and commitment to high-quality workmanship in both commercial and domestic settings. With a focus on customer care and safety, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values flexibility and teamwork. Enjoy a range of benefits, including an award-winning pension scheme and generous leave policies, while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Award-winning pension scheme

Up to 33 days of annual leave

Public holiday entitlement

Flexible working policies

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Physiotherapy support

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Time-served plumber with relevant trade qualifications.
• Experience in commercial and domestic properties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all plumbing duties within the council's portfolio.
• Manage varied workloads effectively.

Skills

Plumbing

Customer Care

Communication

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

SVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Job description

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm, Friday 8.00am - 1.30pm

Housing & Technical Resources require an experienced Plumber to support the delivery of various works programmes within Building Services.

You will have a flexible approach to managing varied workloads, as you will be required to carry out all plumbing duties within South Lanarkshire Council's portfolio.

You should be time-served with trade qualifications such as SVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in your relevant discipline, and be able to demonstrate sound practical technical competencies in delivering high-quality workmanship in all aspects of your trade. Experience working within both commercial and domestic properties in the construction industry is essential.

You should demonstrate a commitment to customer care principles, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You must also have experience working to targets and pre-determined timescales, along with an awareness of health and safety in the workplace.

When completing the application, please ensure you:

• Provide evidence of your experience and achievements in the five specific behaviours framework: 'Efficient, Flexible, Leading, Working with Others, and Performing.'

Please note: We do not accept CVs; any submitted will be disregarded. If you need to submit additional information to support your application, please upload it under supporting documents.

Application process: Please apply online. All correspondence will be via your email address.

Legislative Information: This post is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. Candidates should be able to explain any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check if applicable for periods living or working abroad.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant: South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all community members. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.

We are committed to supporting members of the armed forces, veterans, and their families, as outlined in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans meeting the minimum requirements will be guaranteed an interview.

Employees of South Lanarkshire Council enjoy benefits such as:

• Enrolment in an award-winning local government pension scheme
• Up to 33 days of annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Family-friendly policies including flexible working, leave, and enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Employee discounts, including cinema discounts
• A range of support benefits such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, and Employee Assistance Program

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