Job title: Plumber / General Maintenance Technician (1.0 FTE)
Company: Glasgow School of Art
Job description: Job title: Plumber/General Maintenance TechnicianDepartment: EstatesLocation: Glasgow city centre campus basedSalary: Grade 4 (£27,344 – £30,505) per annum, pro rataContract: PermanentHours: 35 hours per weekApplications are invited for a Plumber/General Maintenance Technician, in the Estates department at GSA.To carry out routine, planned and reactive maintenance works across the campus, as directed by the Maintenance Officer or Maintenance Manager. Working primarily as a sole operator, you will be supported by the Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Manager to provide a planned and reactive plumbing and general repair service across all GSA occupied property including halls of residence.You will be expected to provide information and support during new systems installation and when necessary, liaise with and co-ordinate the work of small teams of external contractors on the School’s water and drainage systems.You will be expected to produce written reports and maintain records associated with legionella management and a working knowledge of basic I.T packages such as Microsoft applications would be advantageous.Person SpecificationThe following experience and qualifications are necessary for the position:
- A recognised plumbing apprenticeship
- SVQ 3: SCQF Level
- Legionella / L8 awareness
- An effective understanding of health and safety legislation within the construction industry is essential
- Ability to organise safe methods of working is essential.
- A broad knowledge of building construction is required
Additional skills and attributes required:
- Able to respond flexibly to differing and competing demands
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Team player
- Committed to equal opportunities and diversity
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
- Plan and prioritise workloads.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with students, staff and colleagues.
To download the full job description, please click the downloadable link below:Download:Closing date for submission of completed applications: 23:59pm, Monday 3rd of March 2025.For full details and to apply online, please visit:If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are unable to offer sponsorship for Skilled Work Visa for this role as it does not meet the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website –If you have any questions regarding the role, please contactThe Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.To view our Fair Work statement, please click and to view our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion documents .Registered Charity Number SC012490.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES.
Expected salary: £27344 – 30505 per year
Location: Glasgow
Job date: Wed, 12 Feb 2025 02:22:10 GMT
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