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Plumbing and Gas Engineer

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Job Introduction

We are now recruiting for a Plumbing and Gas Engineer to support our facilities department at HMP Lowdham Grange. As the Plumbing and Gas Engineer, you will efficiently undertake a variety of gas maintenance and plumbing tasks ranging from extensive boiler repairs to fixing leakages or installing pipes and HVAC systems. 

Sodexo are responsible for 6 prison sites across the UK and Scotland and HMP Lowdham Grange is our newest prison that we have just added to our portfolio! The prison is currently operated by Serco, and we will be taking over the contract on the 16th February.

Sodexo’s vision for HMP Lowdham Grange is to develop a safe, stable, and progressive environment with modern facilities dedicated to reducing re-offending and enabling individuals to fulfil their potential. Every aspect of the prison is designed to help prisoners make meaningful progress in their sentence and personal development goals within a surrounding culture of rehabilitation. Does this sound like something you’d like to be part of?

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers and Careers in Justice

 

Role Responsibility

  • To efficiently undertake a variety of gas maintenance and plumbing tasks ranging from extensive boiler repairs to fixing leakages or installing pipes and HVAC systems.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Have a practical mind and manual dexterity, able to work efficiently with great attention to detail.
  • The goal is to install and maintain well-functioning gas and water systems that transport water, waste, gases, or hot liquids
  • This position requires extensive knowledge of various types of gas and water systems, components as well as safety codes and regulations. They must be professional, technical, and mechanically proficient in. the installation, maintenance and repair of water and pressure supply systems and parts
  • The work of Gas engineer can often be physically demanding. To install and repair equipment, they may need to crawl, climb, and stand for extended periods of time. They must also be able to operate tools near electrical components.
  • Gas engineer must also be able to understand and make decisions based on technical documents, such as schematics, or instructions. They must also be motivated to work on their own and as part of a team. Strong communication skills are a necessary part of this position
  • To provide a first class, professional service to client and customers of the prison estate and to take personal ownership and responsibility for the standards delivered.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

  • PNDNG2 Non-Domestic Heating and Appliances or equivalent
  • NDNG3 Non-Domestic Catering and Appliances or equivalent ideal but not essential
  • Solid understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings
  • Working knowledge of heating and ventilation systems as well as appliances
  • Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
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Package Description

Competitive Salary 

Sodexo offers the best range of employee benefits on the market. From discounts that reduce the cost of the weekly shop, to exclusive deals on holidays and keeping active. Our award-winning employee benefits platform offers everything YOU need to make life that little bit better every day.

  • Health and wellbeing incentives
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Reward and Recognition schemes
  • Flexible working considered
  • Volunteering days
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Free parking on site

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

Post holders will be subjected to an advanced DBS check, a prison security check (level 2) prior to being employed.

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 36,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the energy, corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence, and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory, and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their age, disability, gender, transgender, marital or family status, race or ethnicity, religious belief of sexual orientation are welcome to and included within our business. We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process

Please note all roles within Sodexo Justice are subject to security and recruitment checks which may include a Social Media Check. You will also be asked to provide 5 years’ worth of references and request employment history details from the HMRC.

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