Maintenance Plumber; Public Sector

Maintenance Plumber (Public Sector) VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for an Maintenance Plumber for 6 months initially with the possibility of extension. You will predominantly be based in their Newry site. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil a requirement to:
To understand the workings of engineering services and systems in Client premises. Ensuring that they are maintained to a high standard and that all plant and equipment are utilised in a safe and efficient manner. Diagnose and repair faults and reinstate into service, engineering installations and associated plant and equipment, for example steam raising and distribution systems, hot and cold water systems including electronically controlled sensor taps and adjustment of the embedded software parameters, LPHW boilers, building management systems, decontamination/sterilisation equipment, catering equipment and other mechanical systems.

Install, maintain and repair a range of (complex) electrical, mechanical, plumbing and other equipment following appropriate training. Carry out repairs to the building fabric and furniture. Communicate and explain (complex) technical issues to maintenance and other clinical and non-clinical staff and patients. Deal with new situations as they arise and ensure any outstanding fault, defect or malfunction of plant, is speedily reported to the relevant Maintenance Team Leader/Manager in order to effect appropriate repair.

Work with the Maintenance Team Leader in using the MiCAD system to receive, update and close off requests and update records. Ensure a request is raised to cover all activities undertaken to ensure Estates has full visibility of trade staff hours, productivity and activities for trend analysis and continuous improvement. To respond to breakdowns of service equipment, carry out testing, maintenance, diagnose faults and carry out appropriate and timely repairs in a safe working order to all identified engineering services plant and equipment.

Requirements Working knowledge and experience in the installation and maintenance of industrial and/or commercial hot and cold water plant and plumbing distribution systems. Completed a recognised CITB Plumbing or Mechanical Maintenance Fitter apprenticeship or equivalent approved training AND In addition to his/her apprenticeship, the applicant must hold a NVQ level 3 or equivalent City & Guilds Qualification in Plumbing or Mechanical Maintenance Fitter together with a minimum of two years post apprenticeship experience.

OR Alternatively but in addition to his/her apprenticeship, the applicant must hold a NVQ level 2 City & Guilds or equivalent Qualification in Plumbing or Mechanical Maintenance Fitter (or higher) together with a minimum of two years post apprenticeship experience. Plus Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment Remuneration c £31,000 per annum, plus discount benefits.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Newry or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence. IND
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Maintenance Craftsperson Fitter Plumber Public Sector