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Multi Skilled Plumber

GREAT PLACES HOUSING ASSOCIATION, Bolton

Multi Skilled Plumber

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GREAT PLACES HOUSING ASSOCIATION, Bolton

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 13 Dec | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: f5397a29e2db455bb68adbd303bcf823

Full Job Description

  • You will assist with providing a first class plumbing service in respect of the maintenance of all domestic sanitary appliances e.g. bathrooms, sinks, taps, drainage etc to all our homes, maintaining a high standard of workmanship in the homes in your area.

    Key must haves - full clean driving licence, NVQ level 3 in plumbing, previous experience in Social Housing, Ensure that all work undertaken is completed with due regard for quality, productivity and safety.
  • Have good organisational skills and ability to prioritise a busy and reactive work load.
  • Demonstrate a positive and flexible attitude.
  • Demonstrate reliability, initiative, ability to work as part of a team and on your own.
  • You will communicate with customers and colleagues effectively.
  • Treating our homes with respect and maintain high standards of health and safety & reporting any concerns to your line manager.
  • You will look after the equipment provided to you keeping it in clean and fit working condition.
    • What you'll need
  • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing
  • To be able to work a 39 hour working week, with out of hours cover every 1 in 4 weeks with an out of hours payment
  • A full clean drivers licence to be able to drive a Great Places Van
  • Ability to work as part of a team or on your own
  • Ability to manage your own time and work to deadlines.
  • Demonstrate a positive can do attitude
  • A flexible approach to the working day
    • What we need from you
  • You will be required to attend a number of face to face training sessions as well as virtual sessions and e-learning this part of your role is vital and of equal importance as the day to day aspects.
  • A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing
  • A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities
  • Respecting professional boundaries and conducting yourself and a professional manner at all times
  • A commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places
  • A commitment to continuous learning and improvement
  • Ability to work flexibly and when needed outside normal working hours to ensure service continuity
  • An ability to work in uncertainty.
  • To be professional and work with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity
    • For the purposes of our van fleet insurance you must have a minimum of 2 years driving experience with a full UK driving licence, be over the age of 21 and complete an on-line driver monitoring Assessment prior to starting your role. If you are under 21 but with 2 years driving experience with a full UK driving licence you would be required to complete an on-line driver monitoring assessment and additional in vehicle assessment prior to starting your role funded by Great Places.

    Great Places Housing Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all our colleagues to share this commitment. All successful applicant(s) will be subject to a basic criminal records background check. Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding children/young people & vulnerable adults can be found in the Great Places Housing Group Safeguarding Policy & Recruitment Policy on our website. Great Places Housing Group exists to improve the lives of the people living in our 25,000 homes across the North West and Yorkshire. We are much more than just a landlord, providing a wide-range of services and promoting partnership work to create vibrant, sustainable communities. You can find details of our story, our vision and our values . At Great Places, we are committed to using inclusive hiring practices. By embracing diversity and difference, we enrich our teams with varied perspectives, drive, and innovation to create an environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures and are committed to fostering an environment in which everyone can be their authentic self; building a workforce that truly reflects the diverse communities we serve. We love to hear from anyone who is enthusiastic about working in social housing. We know people can be reluctant to apply if they don't fill 100% of the job requirements. So, if you are unsure that your qualifications and skills are what we are looking for in this role, why not let us decide?