Plumbing and Heating Engineer

The University Of South Wales; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern and forward-thinking university in Pontypridd is hiring for a full-time maintenance position. The successful applicant will oversee heating, plumbing, ventilation, and cooling systems across campuses while working with a dedicated team. The role encourages bilingual applications in Welsh and English, promoting inclusive access for all candidates.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the effective operation of heating, plumbing, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Work as part of a direct works team of university craftspeople.
• Perform maintenance, new construction, refurbishment, and restoration across campuses.

Job description

About the Role

The University of South Wales is a modern and forward‑thinking university with a diverse community committed to transforming lives through knowledge and education. Our academic focus spans Computing, Engineering, Science, Creative Industries, Life Sciences and Education. The Estates and Facilities department oversees the operation of the University Estate, comprising over 70 buildings across five sites, including Pontypridd, Cardiff and Newport.

The post holder will be based in the Maintenance Team within the Estates and Facilities department. The successful applicant will be responsible for the effective and efficient operation and control of heating, plumbing, ventilation and cooling systems throughout the University and will work as an integral part of a direct works team of university craftspeople performing maintenance, new construction, refurbishment, restoration and works on all University campuses.

This is a full‑time role.

If you are a successful candidate and this position will be your first professional services role at the University (or you are currently employed by PSS Ltd), you will be employed by Professional and Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of South Wales, which provides services to the University and Colleges.

Welsh Language

If you are a Welsh learner or a Welsh speaker, we would be delighted to receive your application. At USW, you will have access to Welsh courses to enable you to develop your Welsh skills further, in order to provide a bilingual service to our students, colleagues and the public.

We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.

Disability Confident

The University is a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme. A Disability Confident employer generally offers an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. While in certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people, the University remains committed to providing equal access to all candidates.