Plumbing & Heating Engineer
*Location: Reading,
*Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
*Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday (flexibility required)
*Salary: Competitive, with additional payments for on-call duties and great benefits
Join our CLients Estates team as a Plumbing & Heating Engineer, where you will be instrumental in maintaining the plumbing, heating, gas, and mechanical systems across the diverse estate. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of essential building systems.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
*Install, maintain, and repair plumbing and heating systems, ensuring minimal downtime and advising on corrective works as needed.
*Support the operation and optimisation of mechanical systems including boilers and pumps to improve reliability and efficiency.
*Maintain and test the gas network and associated equipment, adhering to current legislation.
*Deliver both planned preventative maintenance and respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests.
*Act as an Authorised Person for relevant permits to work systems and prepare for engineering statutory insurance inspections.
*Supervise and liaise with specialist contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery of works.
*Use the CAFM system to record job details, risk assessments, feedback, and time information.
*Provide guidance, supervision, and mentoring to apprentices and improvers.
*Assist in the management of departmental training and staff development.
*Participate in the maintenance team’s call-out rota, providing out-of-hours support as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in plumbing & heating.
*Relevant certifications such as BPEC Unvented hot water systems and Gas Safe qualifications.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in mechanical plant and heating systems.
*Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
*Proficiency in using tablets and CAFM systems.
*Strong customer-service skills with a professional and diplomatic approach.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*Commitment to safety, following risk assessments and safe systems of work.
*Commercial Gas qualifications
Benefits:
*Competitive salary package with additional payments for on-call duties.
*Opportunities for professional development and training.
*A supportive team environment within a leading educational institution.
*Comprehensive health and safety training to ensure a secure working environment.
To apply for the Plumbing & Heating Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Highlight how your background aligns with the responsibilities and requirements of this role.