Estates Maintenance Engineer / Plumber - Rutland

Location Rutland
Discipline: Ex Forces / Military, Engineering, Office & Commercial Support
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30k with range of employee benefits
Contact name: Edward Jepson

Job ref: EJmeng
Published: about 2 years ago
Startdate: IMMEDIATE START
​Rutland – Salary circa £27k to £30k dependent on experience plus host of employee benefits

We have a rare opportunity for a Estates Maintenance Engineer / Plumber for a prestigious client set in extensive and stunning grounds with extensive infrastructure and picturesque gardens.

The estate covers 120 acres, almost one mile apart at its extremities and interspersed by town housing, retail and light industrial properties. It includes 56 acres of playing fields and a built estate of 75 buildings, of which 23 are listed (Grades I – II).

We are seeking a self-motivated and reliable qualified Estates Maintenance Engineer / Plumber for predominantly reactive tasks around the estate and the Maintenance Engineer also assist with PPM tasks and small project works.

Working in a mix of both domestic and commercial buildings, undertaking a schedule of maintenance such as:

  • Installation of new pipework, services and fittings as required

  • Repair leaks as required

  • Repair to guttering

The Estates Maintenance Engineer / Plumber should have a general maintenance background.

Does this sound like you?

  • Plumbing Qualification - City & Guilds Plumbing Qualification (Preferred)

  • Ideally a minimum of 3 years’ experience

  • Valid UK Driving Licence (Required)

  • CSCS (Preferred)

  • Practical knowledge and experience of working with heating & ventilation systems, water hygiene and plumbing

  • Ability to diagnose faults and report findings accurately

  • Sufficient level of literacy and IT knowledge in order to complete basic records and receive jobs through the CAFM System

  • Knowledge of above and below ground foul and rainwater drainage systems

  • Experience in a variety of pipework, iron, copper, lead, plastic and associated fittings.

What’s on offer

My client offers ongoing professional development and 25 days holiday + public holidays for the successful Estates Maintenance Engineer / Plumber candidate.

They offer staff a community that values people. They are warm, compassionate and mutually supportive. This is reflected in their working environment and the benefits they are able to offer.

  • 50% contribution to premiums for a private health scheme

  • Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre

  • Free staff lunches in term-time

  • School fee discount for children of staff

  • Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Employee Assistance Programme which provides a range of support including counselling and legal advice

  • Occupational Health Services to support staff who have health/medical issues

  • Free annual flu jabs

  • Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer

  • Recognised as a “Mindful” employer

  • Working towards Investors in Diversity

They have a defined contribution scheme employee contribution matched by factor of two, up to 10%.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of RecruitME who are acting as a recruitment agency. RecruitME is committed to equal opportunity and diversity and embraces applications from all sections of society, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender identity, sex, disability, marital status, religion, or belief. RecruitME is also committed to working alongside veterans and ex-servicemen and women.