Gas Safe Plumber /Mechanical Engineer

4782959
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Bury St Edmunds
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Maintenance
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    47000 + 35 days holiday

Gas Safe Plumber required in Bury St Edmunds

Experienced Heating Engineer/ Gas Safe Plumber responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing plumbing and heating systems to keep facilities safe, compliant, and fully operational. Skilled in diagnosing faults, carrying out preventative maintenance, and responding to emergencies to minimise disruption. Confident, working independently, managing workload effectively, and meeting tight deadlines.

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Salary: £44,000–£47,000
Hours: Mon–Fri, 08:00–16:00
Holiday: 28 days + 7 bank holidays

Key Skills & Responsibilities

  • Maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing and heating systems
  • Servicing gas and oil boilers; clearing drains; fixing leaks and faults
  • Conducting inspections, compliance checks, and completing safety documentation
  • Responding to urgent plumbing issues and out of hours emergencies
  • Maintaining accurate records, stock levels, and compliance logs
  • Working safely in confined spaces and at height
  • Collaborating with facilities staff and contractors; supporting general maintenance
  • Reducing energy waste and promoting safe, efficient site operations
Qualifications & Skills

  • OFTEC qualified; Gas Safe/LPG desirable (training available)
  • Strong plumbing experience, ideally in a school or similar environment
  • Knowledge of building regulations, safety procedures, and compliance
  • Excellent time management, problem-solving, and IT skills
  • Ability to manage physical tasks and work flexibly
Additional

Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality, equal opportunities, and supporting young people. Willing to undertake further professional development.

Benefits
Health cash plan, life insurance, free meals, onsite parking, gym membership, staff wellness sessions, enhanced pension, staff discounts.


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