Island Plumber
We’re looking for a qualified & enthusiastic plumber to join our services team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing our island plumbing, water & sewage systems. The successful candidate must also work well as part of a team to solve any other general maintenance issues that may arise.
Department | Tresco Island Services |
Reporting To | Head of Services |
Salary | Competitive pay + on call / standby pay + rent free accommodation |
Hours | Full Time (40-48 hours per week) & On Call 1 week in 5 |
Contract Length | Permanent |
Duties Include
- Carrying out a regular maintenance program for all Island properties and equipment, in line with manufacturers’ guidelines and current legislation
- Using plumbing problem-solving skills to repair and maintain plumbing equipment and installations across the commercial outlets and residential properties of Tresco Island
- Ordering parts and equipment as required in compliance with Island budget and procurement policy under the supervision of the Island Plumber
- Ensuring all administrative procedures and record keeping are accurately followed and in compliance with Tresco island policy
- To be actively involved in the improvement of quality of installations and reduction in their running costs
- Be on call for 1 week in 4 (including weekends) but available at all times if there is a plumbing or water emergency. This includes mains water and sewage checks
- Assist with updating any functions in line with technological improvements
- Keep line manager informed of all commercial and operational events of importance to the Island
- Be aware of and compliant with health and safety within the workshop and office environment. Ensuring all appropriate PPE is used
- Assisting other service members on larger projects outside of water services
- Responsible for decision making on all plumbing and water matters within own work area, ensure a range of options are explored and that risks and resource implications are taken full account of
- Identifying and mitigating risk in a compliance environment
Our Ideal Candidate
- Time served apprenticeship (3 years experience)
- Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Certification
- Proven successful delivery of projects and installations
- Working knowledge of legislation and best practice
- Ability to price and order for projects well in advance as no ready access to supplies
- Enjoys working as part of a team but can also work alone
- Willing to do other services activities if required
- Driving licence
- Blue Card holder
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills
- Have a strong financial and commercial awareness
- Be responsible and able to work unsupervised as well as part of a close team
Working & Living Here
We offer excellent rates of pay, provide all staff with accommodation and pay for your travel from Penzanceat the beginning and end of your contract period. All of our staff are paid at National Living Wage or above, and many positions offer gratuities and the option of paid overtime. We know a good team member when we see them, and there are regular opportunities for progression within our business.
Besides getting to work on a beautiful island with the beach on your doorstep, you’ll also receive extensive benefits. These include 20% discount in our shop and restaurants, complimentary boat tickets to explore the islands, and preferential rates in our holiday accommodation so friends and family can come and visit.
