Water Hygiene Plumber

TN United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Water Hygiene Plumber, where you will play a vital role in maintaining safe water systems across customer properties. This position offers the chance to develop your skills and career while ensuring compliance with essential regulations. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of service, with opportunities for personal growth and advancement within the organization. Enjoy benefits such as a company vehicle, wellness programs, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're motivated and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Company events

Company pension scheme

Referral programme

Wellness programmes

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving license.
• Willing to work hard and understand statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing and maintenance works on water systems.
• Ensure compliance with Water Regulations and HSG274.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 Plumbing/Technical Certificate

Water Regulations

Unvented Hot Water (G3)

Time Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 Plumbing/Technical Certificate

Job description

We are searching for a Water Hygiene Plumber to support with the delivery of planned plumbing and servicing works within their area.

This is an opportunity for you to be part of a business, built on strong foundations, named in The Sunday Times, Grant Thornton Top Track 250, Britain’s private mid-market growth companies. We are driven to Always Do Right and we are looking for people who share our values. Our independence gives us the freedom to do what we believe in. We believe it’s our responsibility to do right by our clients, our society and our planet.

Main Duties

The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by ACOP L8 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any plant worked on is safe and free from the risks presented by Legionella.

• Carry out planned plumbing and maintenance remedial works to hot and cold water systems across our customer properties, including water storage tanks refurbishment, hot water cylinder replacements, hot and cold pipework alterations, cleaning & disinfections, etc.
• Work in accordance with Water Regulations and in line with the HSG274 & ACoP L8 as instructed.
• Identify deviations and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Act as liaison between client and head office.
• Ensure that on-site records are maintained in line with the scope of works.

It is a requirement that all candidates hold a full UK driving license. You will deliver many aspects of water hygiene management and compliance and will be expected to ensure all PPM contract requirements are met across all your allocated sites and full training will be provided. Nominally, the hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm, but early starts may be required, with a requirement to work overtime that will include some weekend work.

To succeed in this role, you will be:

A highly motivated individual, willing to work hard to both understand and deliver the key principles of the statutory requirements within ACOP L8, HSG 274, and Health Care Technical Memorandum 04/01 (full training will be provided in these areas). You will be an extremely diligent person, who is fully committed to ensure that our clients receive a professional service, with the highest standards of customer service.

The successful applicants will need to possess the following skills and abilities:

Skills/Training Requirements

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• NVQ Level 2 Plumbing/Technical Certificate (or equivalent)
• Water Regulations
• Unvented Hot Water (G3)
• Good time management
• Strong problem-solving skills

Personal Attributes

Applicants must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be respectful of others
• Good strong work ethic
• Professional attitude and calm approach
• Flexible approach, willingness to adapt

Possible Career Path Opportunities (Based on achievement & ability)

We work to identify and develop talent and after your first year, you will have a Personal Development Plan drawn up and tailored to match your skills and career goals, to the business needs. As it stands today, we are proud to say that over 75% of our senior leadership team has developed from entry level positions from within the organisation. Here are just some of the career opportunities on offer to you:

• Regional Operations Supervisor / Manager
• Technical Account Manager

Other Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• Company events
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• Wellness programmes

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seek to attract, develop and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. We’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity throughout the recruitment process.