Plumber (General Maintenance Technician) (1.0 FTE)

Applications are invited for a Plumber/General Maintenance, in the Estates department at GSA.

To carry out routine, planned and reactive maintenance works across the campus, as directed by the Maintenance Officer or Maintenance Manager. Working primarily as a sole operator, you will be supported by the Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Manager to provide a planned and reactive plumbing and general repair service across all GSA occupied property including halls of residence.

You will be expected to provide information and support during new systems installation and when necessary, liaise with and co-ordinate the work of small teams of external contractors on the School's water and drainage systems.

You will be expected to produce written reports and maintain records associated with legionella management and a working knowledge of basic I.T packages such as Microsoft applications would be advantageous.

The following experience and qualifications are necessary for the position:

A recognised plumbing apprenticeship
SVQ 3: SCQF Level
Legionella / L8 awareness
An effective understanding of health and safety legislation within the construction industry is essential
Ability to organise safe methods of working is essential.
A broad knowledge of building construction is required
Additional skills and attributes required:

Able to respond flexibly to differing and competing demands
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Team player
Committed to equal opportunities and diversity
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Plan and prioritise workloads.
Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with students, staff and colleagues.
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The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

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