Craftsperson - Plumber (Multiple Positions)

About the Role

The Estates and Facilities Department at the University of Nottingham supports the university's infrastructure, buildings, and landholdings through strategic and operational services. Employing around 1300 personnel, the department offers various services across multiple UK locations including University Park, Jubilee Campus, and the Medical School at Queens Medical Centre.

We seek multiple qualified and experienced Maintenance Craftspeople specializing in plumbing and building services to join our team. The role involves conducting both planned and reactive maintenance on university buildings. You will collaborate with customers and other internal departments to ensure efficient and cost-effective completion of tasks, maintaining accurate pre-task and post-task documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled plumbing and mechanical maintenance across university buildings.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with university staff and departments to facilitate smooth work processes.
• Accurately complete all required documentation before and after maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards while carrying out maintenance work.
• Travel between university sites as necessary, requiring a valid driving licence.

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in an appropriate building services engineering discipline such as Heating Engineering or Plumbing.
• Proven experience working within mechanical services or plumbing maintenance environments.
• Thorough understanding of the operation, repair, and maintenance of heating and ventilation systems.
• Full, current driving licence to travel between multiple university campuses.
• Motivation to learn and develop commercial system knowledge within the role.

Terms and Benefits

• Salary ranging from £29,740 to £36,446 per annum pro-rata, dependent on skills and experience.
• Full-time role, 36.25 hours per week, mainly Monday to Friday with flexibility required; job share options considered.
• Generous holiday entitlement: 27 days annual leave plus 5 university closure days and bank holidays.
• Permanent position with continuous employment throughout the year.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 counselling services.
• Employee discounts, travel benefits, and reward schemes available.
• Participation in staff networks, events, activities, and use of state-of-the-art sports facilities.
• Provided with uniforms and necessary tools to perform job duties effectively.

Diversity and Inclusion

The University is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and diverse environment, encouraging applicants from varied cultural, ethnic, and belief backgrounds. The institution holds a Disability Confident Level 2 employer status and has earned the Athena Swan Gold Award for equality.

Other Information

Applicants must have the appropriate permission to work in the UK as per UK Visas & Immigration requirements. Further details on the application process, benefits, and relocation support are available from the university.