Maintenance Plumber

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Level 3 Plumber/Mechanical Engineer in Maidstone. This role involves planned and reactive maintenance, requiring recognized qualifications and a positive attitude. Flexible working options are available, ensuring job security in the public sector.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience as a plumber or in an equivalent role.
• Familiarity with Water Supply Regulations and Legionella L8 control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planned and reactive service and maintenance.
• Conduct survey inspections for quality control, including in confined spaces.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Positive Attitude

Education

C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating

C&G 5962 certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)

C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering services (plumbing)

C&G 6018 Heating and ventilation installation

C&G 6129 certificate in Plumbing

C&G 214 Engineering systems maintenance

C&G 6188 Heating and ventilating

C&G 6088 certificate in heating and ventilating

C&G 6032 the advanced craft certificate in plumbing

EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

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Maintenance Plumber
Location: Maidstone Outskirts
Salary: £41,818 per annum

Your new company

Hays is proudly working with Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company, in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provides facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. This role offers the opportunity to be part of the Public Sector, providing job security and stability as a government employee.

Your new role

The position is for a Level 3 Plumber/Mechanical Engineer responsible for planned and reactive service and maintenance, breakdown and fault finding, and repair tasks on a range of electrical and mechanical services throughout the estate. You will also undertake survey inspections for quality control, including in confined spaces and at heights, and will be required to record all work and complete associated register logs.

What you'll need to succeed

The successful candidate must demonstrate a positive, “can-do” attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role requires industry-recognized qualifications, having completed a formal apprenticeship or craft equivalent, with experience or qualifications from a City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Qualifications and Experience

• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating
• C&G 5962 certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)
• C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering services (plumbing)
• C&G 6018 Heating and ventilation installation
• C&G 6129 certificate in Plumbing
• C&G 214 Engineering systems maintenance
• C&G 6188 Heating and ventilating
• C&G 6088 certificate in heating and ventilating
• C&G 6032 the advanced craft certificate in plumbing
• EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water, or building service systems
• Unvented water heater vessel course G3 - Highly desirable
• At least two years’ experience as a plumber or in an equivalent role
• Familiarity with Water Supply Regulations and Legionella L8 control requirements
• Good knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
• Understanding of relevant health and safety requirements
• L8 awareness training – Desirable (provided if required)

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options are available. Successful candidates will be required to pass National Security Vetting requirements.