Plumber

TN United Kingdom; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Plumber to join their team at the Clyde Naval Base near Helensburgh. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of essential water and drainage systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Your expertise will contribute to the operational efficiency of the base, making a significant impact on the safety and security of the environment. With a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional development, this role offers a chance to grow your career while making a difference.

Benefits

Matched Contribution Pension Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

Shopping Savings Portal

Payment of Professional Fees

Paid Leave for Reservists

Holiday Trading

'Be Kind Day' Paid Leave

Qualifications

• Recognised Plumbing Apprenticeship qualified to SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Ability to read drawings and troubleshoot effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair hot and cold water systems and drainage.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance and nuclear-related work.

Skills

Water Systems Maintenance

Drainage Systems Repair

Legionella Sampling

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Plumbing Apprenticeship (SVQ Level 3)

HNC in Plumbing

Job description

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Job Title: Plumber

Location: Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute

Compensation: £35, plus benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Plumber at our Clyde, Faslane site and play your part in this mission.

The Role

As a Maintenance Plumber within our Estates Section, you will play a vital role in our operations. Your responsibilities include inspection, maintenance, and repair of hot and cold water systems, drainage systems, and storage tanks across HM Naval Base Clyde. You will also carry out maintenance activities to meet legionella requirements.

• Complete all planned preventative maintenance and nuclear-related work to meet departmental objectives.
• Identify and rectify system, manufacturer defects, and alterations to ensure system performance and availability.
• Carry out work in accordance with current processes, and suggest improvements to increase productivity.
• Work within all H&S legislation, Safe Systems of Work, and BM&T Clyde policies.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience as a plumber working with water, drainage systems, and industrial tanks.
• Legionella sampling qualification is desirable; training will be provided if needed.
• Ability to read drawings, troubleshoot, and problem-solve with high attention to detail.
• Experience with maintenance procedures, risk assessments, COSHH, and Safe Systems of Work.

Qualifications

Recognised Plumbing Apprenticeship qualified to SVQ Level 3 (or NVQ or C&G equivalent) or HNC and above in plumbing with demonstrable experience. The candidate must be able to achieve and maintain SC security clearance.

Additional Information

This is a full-time role with a 36-hour workweek: 8:05 to 16:45 Monday to Thursday, 8:05 to 12:05 on Friday, onsite at Clyde Naval Base near Helensburgh.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
• Employee share scheme.
• Shopping savings portal.
• Payment of Professional Fees.
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days of paid leave.
• Holiday Trading, allowing buy or sell of annual leave.
• 'Be Kind Day' paid leave for volunteering.