Plumbing/Multiskilled Engineer
Role Overview
We're looking for a skilled plumber to join our busy maintenance team at the Port of Tyne. You'll look after the plumbing and water hygiene systems across our estate and help keep our facilities and equipment safe and running smoothly. It's a varied role, split between planned and reactive work, with plenty of chances to turn your hand to other estates maintenance tasks.
What you will be doing
Maintaining, inspecting and monitoring plumbing and water hygiene systems
Keeping us compliant with water safety and Legionella control requirements, including routine monitoring, testing and remedial work
Servicing and maintaining Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs)
Dosing, cleaning and maintaining break tanks
Cleaning and inspecting strainers, outlets and associated plumbing components
Diagnosing and fixing faults using your practical plumbing knowledge
Maintaining and repairing vented and unvented hot water systems
Inspecting and maintaining underground valves and hydrants
Supporting domestic plumbing systems and carrying out water jetting as required
Helping to operate and maintain our wood pellet boilers
Supporting fire and sprinkler system inspections and maintenance
Taking utility meter readings and carrying out small installations and project works
Recording all work, defects and inspections accurately in our CMMS
Mentoring and supporting apprentices with on-the-job guidance and training
Pitching in on general estates maintenance outside your core plumbing duties
Health, Safety and Compliance
Safety is central to this role. You'll make sure all work meets HSE legislation and company procedures, carry out risk assessments and toolbox talks, work under permit-to-work, and keep maintenance records and statutory inspections accurate. You'll also help promote a strong safety culture across the team.
Essential qualifications
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating
City & Guilds qualification in Plumbing and Heating
Time-served apprenticeship in plumbing or a similar trade
Full UK driving license
Essential experience and skills
Experience in industrial environments, ideally across multiple facilities
Experience working with multi-trade maintenance teams
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on plumbed systems
Strong experience of water hygiene systems and Legionella compliance
Experience using preventative maintenance systems and software
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals
Experience using RAMS and related safety control documents
Good computer skills, including maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritise your workload under operational pressure
Good communication and reporting skills
Comfortable working alone or as part of a team
Full Job Posting
About the Role
We're looking for a skilled plumber to join our busy maintenance team at the Port of Tyne. You'll look after the plumbing and water hygiene systems across our estate and help keep our facilities and equipment safe and running smoothly. It's a varied role, split between planned and reactive work, with plenty of chances to turn your hand to other estates maintenance tasks.
What you will be doing
Maintaining, inspecting and monitoring plumbing and water hygiene systems
Keeping us compliant with water safety and Legionella control requirements, including routine monitoring, testing and remedial work
Servicing and maintaining Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs)
Dosing, cleaning and maintaining break tanks
Cleaning and inspecting strainers, outlets and associated plumbing components
Diagnosing and fixing faults using your practical plumbing knowledge
Maintaining and repairing vented and unvented hot water systems
Inspecting and maintaining underground valves and hydrants
Supporting domestic plumbing systems and carrying out water jetting as required
Helping to operate and maintain our wood pellet boilers
Supporting fire and sprinkler system inspections and maintenance
Taking utility meter readings and carrying out small installations and project works
Recording all work, defects and inspections accurately in our CMMS
Mentoring and supporting apprentices with on-the-job guidance and training
Pitching in on general estates maintenance outside your core plumbing duties
Health, Safety and Compliance
Safety is central to this role. You'll make sure all work meets HSE legislation and company procedures, carry out risk assessments and toolbox talks, work under permit-to-work, and keep maintenance records and statutory inspections accurate. You'll also help promote a strong safety culture across the team.
Essential qualifications
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating
City & Guilds qualification in Plumbing and Heating
Time-served apprenticeship in plumbing or a similar trade
Full UK driving license
Essential experience and skills
Experience in industrial environments, ideally across multiple facilities
Experience working with multi-trade maintenance teams
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on plumbed systems
Strong experience of water hygiene systems and Legionella compliance
Experience using preventative maintenance systems and software
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals
Experience using RAMS and related safety control documents
Good computer skills, including maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritise your workload under operational pressure
Good communication and reporting skills
Comfortable working alone or as part of a team
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an extra day off for your birthday
- Pension scheme - we’ll match up to 5% during your probation and up to 7% on successful completion of your probation
- Life assurance
- Health cash plan (dental, optical, prescriptions, and more)
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support, including counselling services and weekly on-site physio
- Personal training budget to help you develop in your role
- Profit Share Scheme
- Volunteer days and long service awards
- Free on-site parking, uniform, and refreshments
- Colleague engagement: fun activities throughout the year, from friendly competitions to taking part in wellbeing awareness days and signing up for a hike with your colleagues!
About Port of Tyne
UK trust port providing deep-sea cargo, automotive, cruise, ferry, offshore-energy and logistics services to global businesses.
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