ABOUT LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT. MECHANICAL FITTER / PLUMBER (Two posts available) JOB REF: REQ15108 November 2015

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1 ABOUT LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT MECHANICAL FITTER / PLUMBER (Two posts available) JOB REF: REQ15108 November 2015 As part of the University s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Mechanical Fitter/Plumber Grade: Operational Services Grade 4 Section: Facilities Management 1. Job Purpose To be responsible to the Mechanical Services Asset Care Manager, through the Asset care team Leaders, for the day to day maintenance and repair of services and equipment. 2. Duties and Responsibilities The maintenance, repair and replacement of primarily mechanical equipment, including but not limited to heating, plumbing, ventilation, control and boiler equipment. The general repair and maintenance work in connection with the mechanical and electrical services to the University buildings. Minor installation works in existing buildings. The ability to monitor, gather and input information on spreadsheets and report back. To be available for emergency call-out on a rota basis to be detailed by the Mechanical Services Asset Care Manager. To comply with Health and Safety Regulations ensuring equipment used (including personal tools) is maintained in a serviceable condition and that work procedures are safe and adhered to. To understand and implement Health and Safety policies and requirements for yourself and others, commensurate with your level of

2 responsibility within the Department to enable you to discharge you re other duties and responsibilities safely. To undertake any other type of maintenance work in connection with the functioning of the University s services as required by the Asset care team Leaders or, in his absence, the Mechanical Services Asset Care Manager. 3. Supervision. Left to work within established guidelines, subject to scrutiny by Asset Care Team Leaders. 4. Authority The employee has no authority to use vehicles or machinery for personal use. Responsibility for areas assigned to employee. 5. Functional Contacts All Academic and Residential Departments Line managers within the Facilities Management Department Visitors Students and Staff Contractors Facilities Management Health & Safety Officer 6. Standards of Performance To ensure satisfactory customer feedback is received. To ensure all equipment is properly maintained and cared for. To ensure personal objectives are being achieved. Ensure all works are carried out effectively and efficiently. 7. Person Attributes Team worker Flexible Problem solver Communicator 8. Special Conditions Corporate / Protective clothing and identity badges will be worn at all times by the employee during working hours.

3 Personal protective equipment will be worn when necessary for specialist work. 9. Health and Safety All staff have a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff are therefore required to adhere to the University s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy & Procedures. Other All staff have a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff are therefore required to adhere to the University s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy & Procedures. All staff should hold a duty and commitment to observing the University s Equality & Diversity policy and procedures at all times. Duties must be carried out in accordance with relevant Equality & Diversity legislation and University policies/procedures

4 Person Specification Job Title: Maintenance Fitter/Plumber Grade: Operational Services Grade 4 Department: Facilities Management Experience Essential Desirable Stage to be assessed Previous experience of Previous experience repair and maintenance of working within a in connection with large maintenance mechanical services. organisation. Experience of working in multi-disciplined teams. Previous experience of dealing with people. Skills and abilities Ability to undertake regular routine repairs and maintenance work within a mechanical maintenance environment. IT Literate, familiar with excel,word & use of hand held tablets To work with efficiency and accuracy. Skills and abilities To keep deadlines. The ability to prioritise own work. To demonstrate reliability and flexibility. Experience of working in occupied premises. To possess good interpersonal skills 1.3 3

5 Training A willingness to receive training and support from within the section and outside bodies. To have been active in self-development during recent years. To take ownership of self-development. Health & Safety Attendance at In-house basic H&S induction. In house Risk Assessment or Risk Management appreciation as appropriate. Education And Qualifications A recognised, suitable, indentured City & Guilds Qualification in plumbing, heating ventilation and/or Mechanical Apprenticeship. Minimum NVQ3 or equivalent. To possess a full clean driving licence. Other To be prepared to work additional hours when necessary. To be available for emergency call-out on a rota basis to be detailed by the Mechanical Services Asset Care Manager. To observe the University s Equal Opportunities Policies 3 Stages in assessment: 1. application form at short listing, 2. selection test, 3. Interview

6 Conditions of Service These appointments will be on a full time, open ended contract. Salary will be on Operational Services Grade 4 ( 19,083-22,685 per annum) at a starting salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The appointment will be subject to the University's normal Terms and Conditions of Employment for Operational and Administrative staff, details of which can be found at: Informal Enquiries Informal enquiries should be made to Adey Bonser by at: a.s.bonser@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone on +44 (0) Application The closing date for receipt of applications is 31 st March 2015.