We are seeking to recruit a full-time, permanent Maintenance Technician (Plumber). The position will report to the Regional Maintenance Management. This role is based on a 35-hour week (Monday to Friday), although some evening and weekend working will be required. The role is predominantly field based.
The Maintenance Technician (Plumber) will be a member of the Regional Asset Management Team with responsibility for the maintenance and repairs of approximately 1800 units of accommodation.
Key responsibilities include, but not be limited to, the following:
· Works in conjunction with the Regional Asset Manager and Regional Maintenance Manager on the provision of a repairs and maintenance service for all Properties.
· This will include the assessment of maintenance complaints from members and housing officers, the execution of the repairs or in coordination with the Asset Management Contact Centre recommending a third-party contractor and a scope of works for the execution of the repairs.
· Carry out quality control and quality assurance inspections of works carried out by third party contractors.
· Advising the Regional Asset Manager on the performance of third-party contractors against their Service Level Agreements.
· Carry out maintenance inspections of Units, Common Areas and company Offices, reporting on defects and repair requirements, identifying any health & safety risks to tenants, visitors, or employees, executing repairs where necessary and/or planning with the Asset Management Helpdesk for a third-party contractor to execute any required specialist works.
· Execution of Fire Safety Block Inspections and reporting of all defects and faults planning with the Asset Management Helpdesk for a third-party contractor to execute and required specialist works.
· Use of the Handheld PDA for acknowledging, recording, closing, or reassigning tasks and or repairs orders.
· Adopt appropriate methods when executing inspections, works and repairs including use of appropriate clothing, PPE, tools, and equipment.
Qualifications/Skills Essential
NFQ Level 6 Apprenticeship or Senior Craft’s Certificate in Plumbing trades
2-3 years’ experience in a similar role
Must be demonstrable through CV.
Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Class B Irish Drivers Licence
Desirable
Register Gas Installer
Portable Appliance Testing Qualified
Experience in the maintenance or installation of Heat Pumps
In addition, the candidates will be required to demonstrate the following attributes.
· Must have an excellent of written and oral English.
· Must have initiative and the ability to work under own initiative without supervision.
· Will need to possess excellent organisational skills.
· Ensures that all outputs are delivered to a high standard.