Plumber - Cambridgeshire

Description

• Provide a timely and effective service to the customers by routinely carrying out the following tasks on a maintenance basis when required.
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Deal with plumbing emergencies when required.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
• Respond to emergencies within the designated timeframes.
• Ensure all plumbing equipment is securely stored and maintained in a condition suitable for next use.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
• Ensure all maintenance and services of equipment is conducted on a regular basis and assure all set safety & security procedures are adhered to.
• Will need to complete site records and routine forms.
• Ensure all security measures are taken where applicable.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
• Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.
• Take the initiative to ensure that all processes, procedures and systems are carried out to the highest standard and ensuring that the service provided is in line with company standard. Attend departmental meetings and training sessions and operate in accordance with the instructions received.
• Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
• Install underground storm, sanitary and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems.
• Ensure that precautions are taken to protect property.
• Remain customer focused at all times and being aware of the needs of the customer.
• Hang steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Report any damage or breakage of property.
• Ensure that safety rules and procedures are followed at all times and takes corrective action to improve safety of work areas.

Requirements

• Sound level of written and spoken English in order to comprehend briefings and directions from Supervisors and communicate with other workers on site.
• Demonstrate experience in installation and maintenance of plumbing and piping
• Ability to work unsupervised and organise workload.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm in stressful/difficult situations and remaining polite and courteous at all times.
• Recognized plumbing / ITI qualification
• Sound level of numerical knowledge (i.e. arithmetic, geometry, calculus, statistics)
• Ability to work under pressure and react calmly to emergencies.
• Ability to contribute as a member of a team to achieve positive outcomes and provide quality service to customers.

Benefits

• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance