Job Description

Here at

Sovereign Network Group

we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day.



We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 82,000 homes and over 210,000 customers across London and the South.



We're currently recruiting for an experienced/qualified

Plumber

to join our Property Team in our

Oxfordshire

locality. As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a business use van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.

You'll also benefit from

335 yearly Tool Allowance 450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice Uniform & PPE 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days) Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package A van and fuel card for business travel iPhone and iPad Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12% Life cover 4 x annual salary SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.

What you'll be doing

As a

Plumber

you'll complete

plumbing repairs and maintenance

jobs to Sovereign's properties in line with work schedules within our Responsive Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demand.



Tasks to include:


Repairs to domestic plumbing installations Installation of replacement sanitary ware and baths, shower trays and level decks and associated equipment Installation of kitchen sinks Installation of new pipe work (copper, speed fit, waste, rainwater) Installation of new sundry items such as taps and ball valves Repairs to sundry items Installing and repairing water mains supplies, heating system pipe work and drainage stop taps Installing and fixing domestic appliances like showers and washing machines Vented and unvented cylinder heads (HWSS qualified or alternative) Cold water storage tank maintenance and renewal

What you'll need

You should have a minimum of NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Plumbing OR have at least 5 years experience within this core trade. You will have experience of working in occupied premises and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.



Have a strong health and safety mindset with knowledge of health & safety best practices.



Enjoy working as part of a team



The ability to use mobile technology such as iPad or PDA is essential. A current CSCS card is desirable.



This is a full time role, working 40 Hours per week,

with the opportunity to supplement your salary through call out and overtime at competitive rates to enhance your earnings!

Due to the requirement to travel within this role, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 1 years driving experience and have the ability to drive a company van.



This role is subject to a satisfactory licence check, essential qualifications check and a basic DBS disclosure.