Job Description

LOCATION:


Pullar House 35 Kinnoull Street Perth, PH1 5GD


SALARY:


35,588 - 39,248 per year


CONTRACT TYPE:


Temporary


POSITION TYPE:


Full Time


HOURS:


36 hours per week


WORK FROM HOME:


Hybrid



35,588 - 39,248

Pullar House, Perth



An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Mechanical Services Technician, within Perth & Kinross Council. The post will form part of the Energy and Engineering Team within Property Services which is responsible for the provision of a wide range of building related services to public buildings.



The role has been created to allow the council to continue with improvement works including statutory compliance throughout its estate portfolio.



The duties will require the co-ordination of all Mechanical infrastructure but predominantly water services in accordance with relevant regulations and standards within the council's operational buildings.



There is also an expectation that the postholder may work on other Mechanical and Energy related Infrastructure projects such as replacement heating & ventilation systems and BMS upgrades.



An additional part of the role will be the requirement to work across teams to meet future Climate Change commitments, reduce water consumption and implement water conservation measures using innovative techniques and solutions.



Other duties that will be associated with role include but not limited to the following:


To support and assist with the day-to-day delivery of mechanical and electrical engineering activities. Carry out surveys and prepare drawing information using AutoCAD drawing packages. Organise and control all allocated work, ensuring tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively, ensuring a high quality of design and installation. To prepare specifications and technical information. To complete site by site water audits. Undertake all administration works associated with the smooth running of any allocated project. To report on specific project expenditure in relation to the projects under the postholder's control Prepare information for reports as required. Assist in the development of more efficient and standardised documentation. Maintain a sound knowledge of current contract conditions and contract practices. To contribute to the development and implementation of consistent design, technical, specification, procurement, maintenance and services standards. To contribute to the implementation of good/best practice principles in all aspects of Mechanical Services Design, Maintenance and procurement matters. To monitor and record Contractors' performance, maintain effective records of all projects and ensure that all contract matters are dealt with timeously. To ensure, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, that the delivery of these services meets the needs of the Council and the community To actively promote the Property Service in order to raise the profile of the Council and demonstrate its value to residents and customers Undertake out of hour / call out duties in response to property related incidents and emergencies Reviewing any servicing reports, interpreting results and instructing any remedial action required. Providing practical knowledge of plumbing and water systems, suggesting solutions to resolve issues identified such as water leaks or excessive water consumption. Monitor hot and cold-water services post completion of works via remote desktop software including Siemens Desigo CC. To monitor Automatic Meter Read (AMR) platform where water consumption is recorded to identify changes in profiles and potential water leaks. Complete water leak checklist on sites where potential leaks have been highlighted. Undertake site by site benchmarking for water consumption on all PKC properties.

Skills & Experience Required

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Are you an experienced, time served plumber and/or heating engineer with water services installation and maintenance experience or do you have an equivalent qualification in a building services related discipline?



We are looking for an individual who has approved qualifications and experience in Water Supply( Water Fittings) (Scotland) Byelaws 2014 ideally in both domestic and commercial installations, although consideration will be given to applicants with domestic only.



Qualifications and experience in the following areas would also be advantageous but not essential as further training will be provided:


Legionella Awareness P900 Control of Legionella in Domestic Hot & Cold Water Systems or equivalent P901 Management and Control of Building Hot & Cold Water Services or equivalent

To undertake the role, we require excellent planning and organisational skills along with the ability to complete and implement projects within target deadlines. Some design and contract management experience would also be advantageous for the role.



You must be capable of developing innovative solutions and provide technical support, whilst being self-motivated and confident with excellent communication skills to establish good working relationships.



Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of Property Professionals you will engage effectively with a wide and diverse audience including Technical and non-Technical.



It is expected that the individuals will have knowledge in the use of some computer aided packages such as Microsoft Office and use of other packages such as AutoCAD would also be advantageous.



A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council, and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance.



The successful candidate will have access to further training and support for continued professional development.



You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires you to travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

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The works are anticipated to be carried out during normal working hours; however, there may be instances when the post holders will be required to work out with these hours to minimise disruption to services.



Our

values and behaviours

influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our

values and behaviours

.