Plumbing Technician

About the role

The Plumbing Technician supports the effective delivery of practical teaching and learning by maintaining workshops, equipment, tools and resources to a high standard. Working closely with lecturers, the role provides technical support for practical sessions, promotes a safe and industry-standard learning environment, and helps students achieve their learning objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plumbing workshops, ensuring equipment, tools and resources are safe, clean and ready for use.
• Provide technical support to lecturers and students during practical sessions.
• Inspect, maintain and arrange repairs for workshop equipment as required.
• Ensure the safe storage and organisation of tools, materials and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels, maintain inventory records and order supplies when needed.
• Process purchase orders, manage deliveries and liaise with suppliers.
• Prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical teaching sessions.
• Set up and clear teaching areas, keeping workshops clean and organised.
• Support compliance with health and safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Contribute to the improvement and upkeep of workshop facilities and resources.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum staff, Estates, suppliers and support teams.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a Level 2 qualification (GCSE grade A – C or equivalent) in English and Maths or be willing to work towards within 2 years, and a minimum Level 2 vocational qualification, equivalent, or willing to work towards. A First Aid qualification, or willingness to work towards, is also required. Experience of working within a plumbing, construction or similar practical workshop environment is necessary.

Benefits

• 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Excellent Local Government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wightlink travel discounts
• Discounted Hair & Beauty treatments
• Free on site gym access
• Free parking
• On site Starbucks & restaurant
• Eye Care Scheme, Kaarp Benefits, and enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Sickness Schemes
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Regular CPD days, coaching, and staff development opportunities
• Wellbeing events and activities

Pay and Schedule

Salary: £26,110 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience. Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week.