Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprentice - Level 3

Swindon, England, gb

At Swindon Borough Council, we want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because that’s who we’re doing it for – the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the Council, you’ll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real impact. It’s all for better public services. Better processes. And a better quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.

We believe that by working smarter and focusing on strategically driven initiatives that we can grow the local economy to build resilience in our communities.

The success of our vision depends on our fantastic employees and fostering the talent of the future. That is why we have this exciting opportunity for Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprentices

Your next role

This is an extremely hands-on apprenticeship role where you will be learning ‘on the job’.

The primary role is to support the repair and mantenance of council premises to works associated with other building trades to Swindon Borough Council standards and within Swindon Borough Council training matrix

The role will involve the following tasks:

  • Carrying out repairs to the plumbing and central heating systems.
  • Understanding and Maintaining plumbing and drainage systems, for example repairs to WC systems, leaking taps or water testing and unblocking drains.
  • Maintaining high levels of water hygiene within a building.
  • Understanding and maintaining plant and, safety systems and equipment.
  • Demonstrating and implementing energy, environment and suitable practices.
  • Understanding and maintaining grounds and external fabric of the building such as drainage and guttering.
  • Demonstrating and understanding the control of resources and stock.
  • Understanding and demonstrating the principles of planned preventative maintenance.
  • Understanding how to prepare for refurbishment or deep clean of equipment and surfaces.
  • Understanding the importance of customer service.

    • About you

    In addition, we are also looking for people who have the following:

  • 4 GCSE’s at grade 4 or above including Maths and English or able to demonstrate predicted grades.
  • Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
  • Ability to learn and to apply knowledge in a practical setting.
  • Willingness to learn to drive - hold at least a provisional driving license, or will obtain a provisional driving license upon appointment and pass the SBC transport driver assessment.
  • Some experience of dealing with the public.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people.
  • Can demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems.
  • Shows a basic understanding of the work of the relevant trade.

    • As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.

    Your next package

    Please see our offer for more details.

    As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.

    For Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. It’s why our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, you’ll be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. We’ll look to you to share your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your contributions, we’ll achieve our vision of a prosperous, re-vitalised Swindon together. And you’ll be proud to say it was made better with you.

    Please see our page for more details.

    Your next steps

    Read the and select the Apply button where you will be redirected to the Swindon Borough Council website to complete our online application process. Clicking the ‘Apply’ button on this job website is not an application, you must register on the Swindon Borough Council website in order to be considered for the role.

    As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from a diverse range of communities, and in particular disabled people and people from ethnic minorities. Read our .

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