Apprentice Plumber at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Luton LU4 0DZ, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Sep, 25

Salary

25674.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description
  1. Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs Assist with the maintenance, repair, and installation of hot and cold water systems, heating systems, waste systems, and associated plant and equipment. Learn to diagnose and repair leaks, blockages, valve faults, and other plumbing-related issues in clinical and non-clinical areas. Support the replacement of taps, pipework, WC components, sinks, and sanitary ware.
  2. Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Participate in routine inspections, testing, and servicing of plumbing systems to NHS technical standards and statutory guidelines (e.g. L8 for Legionella control). Support flushing of infrequently used outlets, checking temperatures, and maintaining safe water systems across hospital buildings.
  3. Emergency and Reactive Works Respond promptly and safely to urgent call-outs such as water leaks, drainage issues, or plant failures to minimise disruption to hospital operations. Assist in assessing the cause of failure and contribute to implementing temporary or permanent solutions. 4.
    Health, Safety, and Compliance Comply with all relevant Trust health and safety policies and Safe Systems of Work. Learn to conduct and follow risk assessments, method statements, and infection prevention control procedures. Understand and apply best practices in water hygiene and management, including awareness of Legionella risks. 5.
    Training and Development Attend college or training provider sessions as required by the apprenticeship standard. Complete all coursework, logbooks, and practical assessments on time and to the required standard. Demonstrate continual improvement and a proactive attitude towards developing plumbing skills and NHS-specific knowledge. 6.
    Record Keeping and Administration Assist in maintaining accurate records of work carried out using both written and electronic systems (e.g., CAFM). Learn how to record compliance tasks and contribute to audit readiness for statutory inspections. 7. Teamwork and Communication Work collaboratively with Estates and Facilities staff, clinical teams, contractors, and the wider Trust.
    Communicate in a clear, polite, and professional manner with staff, patients, and visitors. Attend and participate in team briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions
Responsibilities

Please refer the Job description for details

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