Plumber - Permanent

Vacancy Type:
PermanentLocation:
HMP KilmarnockPay Band:
Please refer to full job description on SPS career siteSalary:
Current Annual Pay Package of up to £35,200 + On Call Allowance
• Closing Date:
2024-07-16Hours of Work:
Please refer to full job description on SPS career siteJob Purpose:
The operational running of HMP Kilmarnock recently transferred to the Scottish Prison Service, and following a review of estates staffing levels we are now recruiting a Plumber to join the team.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a new larger team structure here at our establishment, HMP Kilmarnock.
The Plumber will support the Estates Management team in all aspects of Estates work to provide a comprehensive repairs and maintenance service for all mechanical systems and plant, for example plumbing, BEMS, heating and ventilation systems.
Plumbers roles are based on 37 hours per week worked across Monday to Friday and we provide all tools and PPE.
There will be a requirement for you to periodically work on call hours, and you may need to travel to other establishments and areas.
For this reason, a full driving licence that enables the person to drive in the UK is preferred.
SPS is willing to consider proposals put forward by applicants to carry out the duties by any other means.
With a recent increase in starting salaries and great additional benefits, if you are looking for a new role, now could be the perfect time to join us and continue your career.
Current Annual Pay Package of up to £35, 200 + On Call Allowance
• for full time 37 hours per week.
Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are:
Attractive Pension (Civil Service) Commitment to your personal and professional development Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days Free gym and car parking Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and Civil Service Sports Council.
Sick Pay All tools and PPE provided.
How do I apply? The application process for this role consists of uploading your CV into a section of the application form.
Please ensure you include detail of your skills and experience within your CV to allow us to fully assess your skills and experience for the Plumbers role.
Applicant must have served a recognised apprenticeship and have obtained a qualification in heating, plumbing and ventilation to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
On completion of all interviews, a locational merit order list will be created.
Appointments will be made in accordance to merit.
Where there are more successful candidate(s) than posts available, locational reserve merit order lists may be created and retained for 12 months.
Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, which will include an Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check, References, DVLA licence check (where applicable) and Nationality checks as well as a Medical Assessment.
• Please note the annual pay package is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience, and is made up of basic salary plus temporary allowances.
Responsibilities:
Carry out reactive / planned maintenance and complete minor works as defined and specified on water distribution systems, plant, equipment, and associated assets.
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment through regular inspection and testing of heating appliances and installations in accordance with relevant legislation.
Monitor and adjust systems to ensure optimum performance of the plant and equipment, aligned with statutory regulations.
Produce related reports and recommendations as required.
Become familiar with the operation and maintenance of the various SPS systems.
Providing support and advice on issues to the Technical Manager.
Assisting other members of the team with their activities as required.
Assume practical responsibility for all plumbing, heating and ventilation related installations and provide timely pre-emptive condition reports to Technical Manager.
Complete and sign work orders as issued by the SPS Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Assess and order parts and equipment necessary for individual tasks, in conjunction with the administrator.
Person SpecificationSPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Behavioural Competency Framework.
This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles.
Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are twelve, will be determined by the role you are applying for.
Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them , you will be assessed on these identified as key to role.Qualifications RequirementsHave served a recognised apprenticeship and have obtained a qualification in heating or plumbing to SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
(Essential) Please ensure CV clearly outlines the above qualifications deemed as essential.
Experience RequirementsKnowledge Skills RequirementsExperience of mechanical services, plumbing and heating services maintenance in an industrial/commercial environment.
(Essential)Please ensure CV provides an example specific to the above criteria.
Have awareness of other basic maintenance and repair tasks (for example, electrical and building works maintenance and repairs), or be willing to develop these skills.
Please ensure CV provides a clear example of the above and/or willingness to develop.
Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, Risk Assessments, Method Statements (Safe Systems of Work), Legionella and control measures etc.
(Essential)Ability to interpret from drawings, instructions, and specifications.
(Essential)Selection Methods Please refer to full job description on SPS career site