Mechanical Tradesperson - Plumber

Join the University of Salford as a Plumber Mechanical Tradesperson and be part of Team Salford, and one of the UK’s fastest growing universities!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Plumber Mechanical Tradesperson to join us!

In this role you will work across the university both unassisted, and as part of a team of trades and handypersons colleagues and external contractors, depending on the works being undertaken.

Key Responsibilities

The Plumber Mechanical Tradesperson is responsible for maintenance and repairs on all heating, ventilation, gas and water services across the estate.

To succeed in this opportunity:

• You will work on your own initiative in the main but also as part of the wider Estates team.
• You will demonstrate your exceptional communication and customer care skills, as you will be completing tasks and acting on queries and situations that arise daily, in a professional and friendly manner, with discretion, tact, diplomacy and attention to detail.
• You may, at times, work a flexible working week outside of the agreed shift pattern. This could include occasional early starts, late finishes or weekend work as you will be part of the out of hours call-out rota within the trades team.

Qualifications and experience:

• Completed a full indentured apprenticeship registered with the CITB or hold a City and Guilds of London Institute Certificate NVQ Level 3 in plumbing and heating (minimum)
• Other qualification in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)

Due to frequency that the candidate will travel across the campus and respond to emergency situations, a full UK driving licence is required.

Collectively we want to improve and expand on the University’s approach to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). It is part of this role to contribute towards creating an inclusive culture where all our students and staff recognise themselves in those that surround them and can bring their whole selves to the University.

Please note the starting salary for this position is £32,296 per annum.

More information about the great benefits at Salford can be found here: Reward and benefits | University of Salford. Or for a chat about the role, please contact Steven Pearson, S.Pearson1@salford.ac.uk

The Facilities Management team

The Facilities Management team sits within the Estates and Property Service Division. Their core objective is to provide an essential and critical Facilities Management services across all campuses, to ensure the buildings and general estates are pleasant, fit for purpose and functional for all our staff and students.

What’s in it for you?

• Our excellent pension scheme - 9% of your salary is paid into your pension by the university, and you can choose to pay more and the university will UoS will match your extra contribution! (up to 4%).
• Generous annual leave– An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Our community– there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.
• Wellbeing– your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.
• The perks!MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.

Become unstoppable – apply today!

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