Water Safety Craftsperson - Plumber

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Tooting; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a Water Safety Craftsperson - Plumber to ensure the safety of water systems. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance, inspections, and compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have engineering experience and relevant certifications. This position offers a salary ranging from £33,094 to £36,195 per year, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering roles is required.
• Must have relevant Engineering Training Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of water systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in water systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.

Skills

Engineering experience

Multi-skilling across trades

Temperature monitoring

Use of control systems

Education

Relevant Engineering Training Certificates

Job description

Overview

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Water Safety Craftsperson - Plumber plays a critical role within the Estates & Facilities Division at St George's Hospital.

Closing date: 07 October 2025

The Water Safety Craftsperson - Plumber ensures the safety and operational integrity of water systems across the Trust's sites. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, inspections, compliance with safety standards, and addressing water safety incidents promptly and efficiently.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of water systems.
• Perform temperature monitoring and flushing of outlets.
• Collect water samples for testing and maintain accurate records.
• Log activities using ZetaSafe, generate reports, and address system issues.
• Oversee water treatment systems and ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
• Implement corrective measures and contribute to ongoing safety and reliability improvements.

About us

At St George's Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services. Working within our Estates & Facilities Division means contributing to a safe and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors. We value teamwork, continuous professional development, and a commitment to our Trust's values of Excellence, Kindness, Responsibility, and Respect.

Job responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults; supervise lower-grade staff and contractors; ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Use control systems such as TREND BMS; participate in emergency response; contribute to energy efficiency initiatives.
• Demonstrate multi-skilling across various trades, prioritise tasks, and maintain accurate maintenance records.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience in Engineering

Qualifications

• Relevant Engineering Training Certificates

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

St George\'s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£33,094 to £36,195 a year p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Inner)