*Wet Works Engineer*

*Oakray has been providing buildings support to local authorities, social landlords, NHS trusts and private sector clients for over 45 years. Founded in 1979, we have a proven track record of delivering successful mechanical, electrical and security services and solutions to our commercial and domestic clients, with whom we have developed longstanding partnerships.*

*Job Location: North Hertfordshire*

*Working hours: *45 hours per week, 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday with 1-hour unpaid lunch.

*Job Summary*

To carry out wet work duties including cylinders, radiator changes and upgrades, controls, i.e., 2 port and 3 port valves, pumps, all associated pipework and power flushing.

*Main Responsibilities:*

· Duties will also include attending to any water leaks within occupied and unoccupied properties.

· To meet the requirement and expectations of the Client or his/her representative in accordance with the Clients detailed specification, in a timely fashion, in compliance with current legislation and to improve the customer experience.

· To risk assess work/working environments before starting any works to avoid damages and any injuries.

· To ensure the correct uniform and PPE are worn when representing the company.

· To attend all calls allocated to you inside target times, any delays are to be reported to your line manager or supervisor in a timely fashion.

· To identify materials and any parts required to carry out your duties.

· Accurately log work and report on hand held device.

· Any other duties as reasonably requested

*Person Specification*

*The Ideal Candidate Will *

· Have good practical skills and problem-solving skills

· Have the ability to work carefully, methodically and safely

· Be able to work with minimal supervision as the majority of work is carried out in a lone working environment

· Have good communication skills both written and spoken

· Be a good team player

· Have good customer care skills

· Have a valid CSCS card

· Be asbestos aware

· Be recognised and trained to work with vulnerable persons

· Have knowledge of the risk assessment process

· Be willing to work in confined spaces and at height

· Due to the specific client contract, candidates must be located or willing to travel to the following locations: SG, AL, MK, WD

*Essential Qualifications/Skills *

· Must hold relevant plumbing qualifications

· A gas qualification would be beneficial but not essential

· Full UK Driving Licence

· G3 Unvented

We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job. Recruitment will be solely on the basis of the applicant’s abilities and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the job. Qualifications, skills and experience will be assessed at the level that is relevant to the job.

We will ensure that our shortlisting, interviewing and selection procedures avoid discrimination in any way, including on grounds of age, disability, gender, marital status or civil partnership, race, nationality or ethnic origins, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

*Working for us:*

_*You will be part of a friendly and busy team. *_

_*You will receive excellent training and support in this role and there will be plenty of scope to improve and enhance your current abilities. In addition, as the company continues to grow there are plenty of opportunities for career progression and advancement. Oakray is a company that recognises individual talent, encourages professional development and rewards success.*_

_*If you believe that you have the talent, energy and spirit and are eager to learn, then we want to hear from you!*_

· 21 days holiday increasing by 1 day every 2 years’ service up to a maximum of 25 days, plus statutory days

· Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme - Personal Use

· Pension scheme – Auto enrolment

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Life insurance

· Employee Referral Scheme

· Staff Discounts

· Company Van, Mobile Phone and Uniform provided - Private Use of Van is Not Allowed

· 3-month probationary period

· Monday to Friday, between 08:00am – 6:00pm, 1-hour unpaid lunch break

· Paid weekly via bacs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50-£16.00 per hour

Additional pay: * Bonus scheme Benefits: * Company pension * Employee discount * Health & wellbeing programme

Work Location: In person