We are looking for an enthusiastic Plant Engineer to join our Larkfield Leisure Centre team on a full-time basis. Hours worked will predominantly be Monday to Friday and will entail starting at 6am. There may be a requirement for some weekend or evening working.
The Plant Engineer is responsible for the effective management, economic operation and maintenance of all plant and equipment at the Centre. You will be responsible for responding appropriately to all reactive maintenance issues in accordance with the agreed priority rating system and with a focus on the service provided to our customers. You will manage the computerised maintenance management system, undertake and record routine maintenance, manage the planned preventative maintenance schedule, and operate and maintain pool plant to ensure suitable water quality for bathers. You will also be the liaison with external contractors, whilst monitoring their work.
Candidates should have relevant previous experience of operating and maintaining commercial plant, and undertaking maintenance tasks, alongside knowledge of pool chemicals and dosing systems.
Candidates would ideally hold a Pool Plant Operators Certificate, however training will be provided to the right candidate.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
To be responsible for the effective management, economic operation and maintenance of all pool and general plant and equipment at the Centre.
Using the established computerised maintenance management system (FIIX)
o Respond appropriately to all reactive maintenance issues in accordance with the agreed priority rating system and with a focus on service provided.
o To undertake and review a programme of routine maintenance and ensure these are recorded as appropriate.
o To maintain full records of all repair and maintenance work carried out by external contractors including.
- Operate and maintain pool plant to ensure suitable pool water quality for bathers throughout operating hours of the swimming facilities.
- Undertake statutory checks and monitoring for Legionella, take appropriate action where readings are out of parameter and keep complete records of readings, checks and works undertaken.
- Liaise directly with the Client’s Property Services Department on plant related issues.
- To respond to requests for emergency technical support, this may require attending site outside of working hours
- Weekend and evening work may be required on occasion.
- To liaise as required with external contractors and monitor their work on site in accordance with agreed procedures.
- To act as an integrated senior member of the Centre Management Team.
o To provide written reports on specific maintenance issues and proposed actions as requested.
o To advise in respect of potential service improvements.
o To advise the in respect of relevant health and safety issues.
o To advise in respect of relevant environmental issues.
Ensure all plant environments are maintained in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
- To attend meeting and any training as directed by the Centre Manager.
- Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.
- To carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope, levels and purpose of this job description.
- To ensure that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of you and other persons, and to comply with policies and procedures relating to health and safety within the Trust.
- To adhere to the Trust’s policies and procedures.
This job description is not intended to exclude any task, which the post holder might reasonably be required to undertake. Job descriptions will be subject to review on an annual basis subject to the Trust’s priorities.
- Electrical Competency Certificate.
- Intermediate Health and Safety qualification.
- Pool Plant Operators Certificate
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Previous experience of operating and maintaining commercial plant and machinery.
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Previous experience of undertaking maintenance tasks.
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Previous experience of handling chemicals and working with dosing systems.
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Previous experience of managing contractors.
- Previous experience of working with a Planned Preventative Maintenance programme.
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Previous experience of working in leisure / pool customer focused environment.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to deliver a high level of customer care.
- Have excellent time management and organisational skills.
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To be highly motivated, enthusiastic and customer focused.
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Polite, trustworthy and able to communicate with the public.
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Confident and friendly manner.
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To be of smart and presentable appearance.
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Self-motivated and target driven.
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Ability to work on own initiative, and in support of colleagues working in a team.
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Knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently.
- Previous experience of working with computerised maintenance management systems.
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To be able to work evenings and weekends.
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Flexibility to work at other locations as required.
- Clean driving licence, own transport and appropriate vehicle insurance cover to enable travel to and between sites as required.
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Interest in the leisure industry
Candidates should read this specification carefully before completing their application form. These criteria are used in reviewing submitted application forms as a core part of the selection process.
