Plumber

Nua Healthcare Services; Naas; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Company Pension

Specified Illness Cover

Comprehensive Induction Process

Continuous Professional Development

Fantastic Development & Career Opportu

Life Assurance/Death-in-Service

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike to Work Scheme

Refer/Retain a Friend Bonus

Discounts with Retailers – Nationwide

Descrizione del lavoro

Nua Healthcare Limited in Naas, Co. Kildare, is seeking a dedicated plumber to join our Maintenance Team. The successful candidate will carry out plumbing installations, preventative maintenance, fault finding and repairs across our residential and community-based facilities.

This role ensures water supply, drainage, heating and safety systems comply with relevant regulations and standards, supporting high-quality care environments.

Competenze

• Recognised plumbing trade qualification.
• Experience in plumbing maintenance, repairs and fault finding.
• Good knowledge of domestic water supply, drainage and heating systems.
• Understanding of Irish plumbing regulations and water safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned workloads.
• Full clean driving licence.

Mansioni

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive plumbing repairs across Nua properties.
• Diagnose and repair water leaks, blocked drains and faulty plumbing fittings.
• Repair, replace and install taps, toilets, sinks and sanitary equipment.
• Maintain and repair hot and cold water supply systems.
• Inspect and repair internal drainage pipework and fittings.
• Identify and report recurring plumbing faults and recommend preventative measures.
• Coordinate with external contractors when specialist work is required.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.

Conoscenze

Plumbing installation

Fault finding

Time management

Record keeping

Communication & teamwork

Formazione

Recognised plumbing trade qualification

Strumenti

Snapfix

Maintenance software

Descrizione del lavoro

• Comprehensive Induction Process

Location: Naas, County Kildare, Ireland Salary: 60,000 – 70,000

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced plumber to join our dynamic Maintenance Team at Nua Healthcare. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out plumbing installations, preventative maintenance, fault finding and repairs across our residential and community-based facilities.

This role is essential in ensuring that all plumbing, water supply, heating and drainage systems are maintained to the highest standards of safety, efficiency and compliance with relevant regulations.

Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements.

Benefits of Joining Nua Healthcare!

• Company Pension
• Specified Illness Cover
• Comprehensive Induction Process
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic Development & Career Opportunities
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Refer/Retain a Friend Bonus
• Discounts with Retailers – Nationwide

Job Objectives

To provide plumbing maintenance, repairs, inspections and installations across Nua Healthcare properties, ensuring that water supply, drainage, sanitary and heating systems are safe, reliable and maintained to the required standards.

The role is intended to strengthen Nua's in-house Maintenance team, improve response times and reduce reliance on external plumbing contractors where practical.

Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive plumbing repairs across Nua properties.
• Diagnose and repair water leaks, blocked drains, defective pipework and faulty plumbing fittings.
• Repair, replace and install taps, toilets, sinks, showers, valves and sanitary equipment.
• Maintain and repair hot and cold water supply systems.
• Inspect and repair internal drainage pipework and associated fittings.
• Investigate recurring plumbing problems and recommend permanent solutions.
• Respond to urgent leaks, water supply failures and plumbing emergencies.
• Carry out minor plumbing works associated with refurbishments, alterations and property improvements.
• Identify works requiring specialist plumbing contractors and assist with their coordination.

Heating Systems

• Inspect and maintain radiators, heating pipework, valves and circulation pumps.
• Diagnose common heating faults and carry out repairs within the scope of qualifications.
• Replace defective radiator valves and associated fittings.
• Investigate heating performance issues, water pressure problems and circulation faults.
• Assist with maintenance of hot water storage and distribution systems.
• Coordinate with specialist heating contractors where required.

Water Safety and Compliance

• Identify issues affecting water temperature, pressure, hygiene and supply.
• Support Nua's water hygiene and Legionella control procedures, as directed by the responsible team.
• Identify and report potential contamination risks, redundant pipework and other water system defects.
• Ensure plumbing works comply with applicable Irish Building Regulations and relevant technical standards.
• Assist with plumbing and water safety matters arising from HIQA inspections, internal audits and property inspections.
• Identify installations requiring upgrading or replacement.
• Refer works requiring specialist qualifications or certification to appropriately authorised contractors.

Planning and Coordination

• Work to a weekly schedule prepared and agreed with Maintenance management.
• Coordinate site visits with Maintenance Area Managers, technicians and centre management.
• Prioritise urgent leaks and water safety issues while completing planned maintenance works.
• Identify required materials in advance to minimise unnecessary journeys and repeat visits.
• Use Nua's central warehouse, supplier accounts and Maintenance Support arrangements where appropriate.
• Coordinate with other Maintenance technicians and external contractors.
• Report delays, access issues and additional works identified during site visits.

Documentation and Reporting

• Receive, update and complete assigned tasks through Nua's maintenance management system, including Snapfix where applicable.
• Record works completed, materials used and outstanding issues.
• Provide photographs and relevant inspection or maintenance records.
• Report recurring plumbing faults and recommend preventative measures.
• Communicate completed and outstanding works to Maintenance management and administration.

Health and Safety

• Follow safe working procedures, including appropriate water and heating system isolation.
• Complete appropriate risk assessments before commencing works.
• Use suitable PPE and maintain safe working conditions.
• Report incidents, near misses and unsafe installations.
• Work only within the scope of relevant qualifications and authorisations.
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicle in safe working condition.

Working Arrangements

• Work to an agreed weekly schedule coordinated by Maintenance management.
• Travel between Nua properties as required.
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance works with centre management and other technicians.
• Longer journeys and occasional overnight stays may be required, subject to agreed arrangements.
• Weekend working or out-of-hours support may be required, depending on the agreed rota and operational needs.
• Work alongside external plumbing and heating contractors where specialist services or additional resources are required.

Skills Requirement

Essential Criteria

• Recognised plumbing trade qualification.
• Relevant experience in plumbing maintenance, repairs and fault finding.
• Good knowledge of domestic water supply, drainage and heating systems.
• Understanding of applicable Irish plumbing regulations, water safety requirements and industry best practice.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage assigned workloads.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis skills.
• Good communication and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to prioritise and respond to planned and reactive maintenance requirements.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Commitment to safe working practices and compliance with health and safety requirements.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working in a multi-site maintenance environment.
• Experience carrying out plumbing works in residential, healthcare or social care settings.
• Knowledge of heating systems, hot water systems and associated controls.
• Experience using maintenance management systems or electronic maintenance records.
• Ability to identify opportunities for preventative maintenance and service improvements.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and other maintenance trades.

Skills And Competencies

• Plumbing installation, maintenance and repair.
• Fault finding and problem-solving.
• Time management and work planning.
• Compliance and safety awareness.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Record keeping and documentation.
• Communication and teamwork.
• Customer service and professional conduct.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible and proactive approach to maintenance operations.

Key Performance Expectations

• Safe and reliable completion of plumbing installations, maintenance and repair work.
• High standard of workmanship across all assigned tasks.
• Timely completion of planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance requests.
• Accurate and up-to-date maintenance records and documentation.
• Effective planning and efficient use of working time and resources.
• Positive communication with Maintenance Management, Administration Teams and Centre Staff.
• Proactive identification and resolution of water-related risks and recurring issues.
• Reduction in unnecessary external contractor call-outs where work can be safely and appropriately completed in-house.