Plumber

OCS; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a field-based facilities maintenance technician to carry out planned and reactive maintenance, perform callouts as scheduled, and monitor contractor work to ensure standards are met.

The role requires a current UK work right, a valid driving licence, and relevant plumbing/mechanical qualifications; experience in facilities management is preferred, and the ability to use electronic handheld devices is essential.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Valid driving licence is required.
• NVQ or City & Guilds in Plumbing/Mechanical Services.
• CSCS card or equivalent.
• Experience in Facilities Management.
• Ability to use electronic handheld devices.

Responsibilities

• Undertake PPM, proactive and reactive works issued through the helpdesk within set time frames so that the customer expectations are met.
• Provide a callout response for the client as detailed on the callout rota.
• Undertake contractor control duties on behalf of the client, including monitoring of contractors and their workmanship, so that relevant standards are met.
• Ensure equipment and surrounding area conform to agreed company standards.
• Evaluate performance and ensure the proper servicing and maintenance of equipment under contract to the company is carried out.
• Work in a safe manner at all times, complying with current Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Driving licence

Electronic handheld devices

Facilities Management experience

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds in Plumbing/Mechanical Services

CSCS Card

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30

Key Responsibilities

• To undertake PPM, proactive and reactive works issued through the helpdesk within set time frames so that the customer expectations are met.
• To provide a callout response for the client as detailed on the callout rota.
• To undertake contractor control duties on behalf of the client, including monitoring of contractors and their workmanship, so that relevant standards are met.
• To ensure equipment and surrounding area conform to agreed company standards.
• To evaluate performance and ensure the proper servicing and maintenance of equipment under contract to the company is carried out.
• Working in a safe manner at all times, complying with current Health & Safety legislation

Key Hiring Criteria

• Applicant must have the right to work in the UK
• Must have a current, valid driving licence
• Candidates must have the relevant certifications and qualifications required to meet the requirements of this position, together with relevant Grade Cards such as CSCS.
• NVQ or City & Guilds in the following: Plumbing/Mechanical Services.
• Previous experience working within Facilities Management.
• Ability to use electronic handheld devices.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be f or our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.