<p> Plumber – Gas Qualified Pay Band 1</p><p>SCP 29-31</p><p>Group: Communities & Environment Location: Shearlegs Road Depot Service: Construction Services (Building/Maintenance) Line Manager: M&E Manager</p><p>Job Purpose The plumber will be responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining installations within Gateshead Council building stock.</p><p>The key roles of this post will include:</p><p>1 Installation of domestic heating/plumbing systems and appliances.</p><p>2 Carrying out repairs by (fault finding) to domestic & commercial mechanical/plumbing systems and appliances.</p><p>3 Carrying out repairs to hot and cold water systems, sanitary ware and drainage systems both domestic and commercial.</p><p>4 Liaise with tenants/clients with regard to programmes and progress of work.</p><p>5 Experience of carrying out relevant installations, repairs and servicing in occupied and empty properties.</p><p>6 Knowledge in the use and maintenance of plant and machinery relevant to the trade. </p><p>7 Customer care focused/orientated and dedicated to the provision of an exceptionally high quality service.</p><p>8 To ensure compliance with appropriate specifications and drawings, including inspection, testing and commissioning.</p><p>9 To deliver quality services within an appropriate framework (e.g. Best Value, QA) to increase customer satisfaction.</p><p>10 To be pro-active in all aspects of site safety to comply with current legislation, including the CDM Regs and promote a culture of good health & safety practice within the working environment</p><p>11 Such other responsibilities allocated which are appropriate to the grade of the post. Knowledge & Qualifications Competencies</p><p>Serving the Community Develops responsive customer focused services, operates professionally and with sensitivity.</p><p>Delivering Partnerships Promotes co-operation by working with external partners to plan, develop and deliver the best service.</p><p>Political Awareness Appreciates political interests, positions and policies and their impact on the Council and their management role.</p><p>Personal Impact Is self-aware, acts proactively, accepts personal responsibility and communicates effectively.</p><p>Focusing on Results Plans and monitors service delivery. Works with others to enhance provision. Strives to provide a quality service and continuously improve delivery.</p><p>Motivating Teams and Creates the right environment for teams Individuals and individuals to work in.</p><p>Gives clear direction and feedback to Managing Team and Individual maximise performance. Performance Treats individuals with respect and Managing Diversity consideration, takes employee policy and practice seriously.</p>