plumber Oxford, England
Job description
Worcester is one of the constituent colleges of the University of Oxford. It occupies the 26-acre site on the western side of the city where the Benedictines first founded Gloucester College in 1283. The College aims to be forward-looking and has c. 400 undergraduates and c. 200 graduate students; of these 260 students live within the boundaries of the College itself, and a further 200 live in College accommodation located within 300 metres of the College Lodge.
The primary purpose of this post is to ensure that the premises are maintained to a high standard. This will involve working closely with College Fellows, Students, Guest and a wide range of colleagues from within other departments e.g. Housekeeping. A ‘hands-on’ approach to complete a wide range of building repairs and maintenance.
This post is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working in the buildings industry and who takes a pro-active approach to customer service and has pride in their work.This post is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working in the buildings industry and who takes a pro-active approach to customer service and has pride in their work.
The job holder will be responsible for the following:
- Maintenance and repair of both the hot and cold-water systems within College properties. Including the installation and removal of domestic dishwashers and washing machines.
- Maintenance and repair of the heating systems within College properties, TRV’s, Radiators etc. (no gas work required as essential but Gas Safe would be desirable).
- Maintenance of the drainage systems.
- Alterations to the above with some new installation work. Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair.
- Supporting other members of staff within the department including undertaking non-plumbing maintenance work as required e.g., not exhaustive.
- Attending training courses as required.
- Working at high-level to clear and maintain gutters and complete other repairs, including harness work on roofs.
- Use of ladders and use and erection of tower scaffolding
- The ability to operate successfully as part of a team, but also to use own initiative as appropriate, when required, with a positive, reliable, willing and helpful attitude towards work and colleagues.
- A working knowledge of or familiarity with current health and safety regulations.
- Complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks to a high standard, following and conducting room inspections.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
- Flexible approach to working and committed to delivering a high level of customer service.
- To carry out work in a tidy and workman like manner, keeping the workplace and the workshop clean and clear of rubbish.
- Ensure that all equipment is maintained and operated safely.
- Be part of the College’s out -of-hours On-call system. (Call out payments when required)
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks outside your normal area of expertise as necessitated by your changing role within the College and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,131.00-£33,348.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oxford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/08/2023
