Technical Supervisor- Allanwater House/Mobile- 101486 - 451914

Stirling Council; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland seeks a Technical Supervisor for its plumbing section. Responsibilities include managing plumbing trades, conducting property inspections, and overseeing subcontractors to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates should possess recognized plumbing qualifications, supervisory experience, and good communication skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements with competitive benefits, including sick pay and pension schemes.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Sick pay benefits

Access to Health & Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing supervision is essential.
• Good communication skills and competence in Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plumbing section and manage daily operations.
• Conduct property inspections to identify needed repairs.
• Manage plumbing trades and oversee subcontractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft applications

Construction knowledge

Plumbing supervision experience

Gas qualifications

Water safety knowledge

Education

Recognised plumbing qualifications

Job description

Closing Date: 22nd December 2025

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £42,276- £44,763

Hours: 35 per week

Location: Allanwater House/Mobile

Stirling Council, Housing Services are seeking to recruit a Technical Supervisor to oversee our plumbing section. The position is within our Capital and Technical Team however, you will be expected to be flexible in your approach to accommodate our varying work demands. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out property inspections to identify repairs and remedial work. In addition the successful candidate will be required to identify pre-planned preventative maintenance requirements and capital investment works. The position also entitles the day to day management of our plumbing trades and on occasion overseeing and managing sub-contractors as well as liaising with clients and customers.

The successful candidate must have good communication skills, be competent in a variety of Microsoft applications with a knowledge health and Safety legislation. They must also be capable of carrying out management and performance reports. You will also participate in and deliver tool box talks and safety updates to staff.

A knowledge of construction and experience in plumbing supervision is an essential requirement along with a knowledge of mechanical services and recognised plumbing qualifications. Up to date gas qualifications and knowledge of water safety byelaws and protocols, including temperature monitoring, flushing regimes, and legionella prevention measures are also an essential requirement.

If successful you will be responsible for providing a professional service with the goal being to ensure it is delivered as efficiently and economically as possible.

The successful candidate will be required to participate in our Standby/On Call rota. A driving licence is essential.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake Level 1 Disclosure check. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

Job Description

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The Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Pro-rated for part time roles.
• Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements where the role allows. We have a good balance across our teams, retaining the benefits to work/life balance of working from home part of the week, with the collaborative and social benefits of working from the office 2-3 days per week
• Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visithttps://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme