Plumber - University of Southampton
Mountjoy specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Plumber to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
OUR COMPANY BENEFITS
- 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
- We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year.
- Company sick pay after 12 months length of service/after probation
- Life Insurance
- Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice.
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Employee recognition scheme
- Length of Service Rewards
- Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)
- Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff
- You will be issued your own company vehicle and fuel card
- Full uniform and safety equipment is provided
- Access to a tool loan for all trade staff
- Refer a Friend scheme
SUMMARY OF ROLE
We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Plumber with a can-do attitude and a flexible approach. You must have relevant qualifications and broad commercial and domestic experience in your core trade.
The key activities you will undertake in this role will be:
A wide variety of domestic and commercial plumbing repairs in occupied student accommodation, buildings and empty rooms. The work will include; fitting of various types of sanitary ware first and second fixing Pipework, various servicing of PPM. There will also be work on unvented systems.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Diagnose and rectify faults within core and other trade related repair requests.
- To ensure that the quality of work meets the highest possible standards at all times.
- Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising non-productive time where possible.
- Apply applicable Health & Safety rules in all you do, using risk assessments, method statements and PPE when needed.
- Be willing to work out of hours to the requirement of the client and participate on the call out rota.
- Respond swiftly to all to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.
- To work within the Mountjoy group and assist other contracts as directed by the Contract Manager as and when the business dictates.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Able to use the phone or PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely.
- Be comfortable in dealing with residents, and representatives of Southampton University.
- Understand the need to complete outstanding pieces of work and deal with work, completely and in one go.
- Have an organised approach.
- Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner.
- Be able to use knowledge and judgement to make the right decision and find effective solutions to problems.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- Be able to demonstrate that you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work.
- Have the prerequisite technical, statutory, and legislative knowledge for the trades you perform for the company, ensuring you keep abreast of updates and changes.
- Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the buildings and maintenance industry.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- 2-5 years of working in Building Maintenance and Education environments.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Plumber then please click “apply” now – We’d love to hear from you!
The company is an Equal Opportunities employer and a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and are also a member of the Hampshire Construction Training Association.
It is a further requirement that all staff must pass a DBS check.
Our Company values
We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to:
Present a professional appearance at all times.
Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times.
Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised.
Deliver a high standard of work at all times