Plumbing and Heating Engineer

Role Objective:

To be able to carry out installation work in all types of domestic and commercial environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret drawings and building specifications to enable the installation of pipework drainage systems
• Installation of supports for pipework, plant and equipment
• Use saws, pipe jointing tools, pipe cutters and other hand tools as necessary
• Installation of heating and water plant both commercial and domestic
• Assess labour requirements on own projects and work with the contracts management team to ensure site progress is managed and maintained
• Prepare materials lists and schedules to enable the correct materials are on site to enable the progress of works to programme
• Record dayworks and variations undertaken onsite and ensure the information is passed to the relevant contracts manager in a timely manner
• Collaborating with contractors, construction workers, electricians, in installing and repairing plumbing and heating systems
• Work with and manage/mentor apprentices within our plumbing apprenticeship programme
• Carry out inspections of plumbing and heating installations to identify faults and carry out repairs as required
• Testing and commissioning of heating, hot and cold-water systems and recording data in line with compliance requirements
• Responsible for their own compliance to Health & Safety legislation, safe systems of work and for the safety of any other persons who may be affected by the work being carried out
• To carry out all work requested via the company’s communication systems, which may include tablet devices, telecommunication and IT systems
• Any other plumbing duties deemed necessary as requested by the Manager and in line with the needs of the business

Person Specification:

• NVQ level 2 or 3 in plumbing
• Numerically proficient with excellent attention to detail
• Friendly and approachable with a flexible attitude, good customer focus and service
• Gas qualifications desirable but not essential
• Proven delivery of results
• Knowledge of Policies, Processes and Procedures including Safety
• Team player with above average interpersonal and written communication
• Experience managing small projects/ small teams (1-5 people)
• Full UK driver’s licence

Strictly no recruitment agencies please