Robertson Group
Maintenance Engineer - Plumber
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Overview
Installation, Maintenance, Initiative. We see more than just pipes
Maintenance Engineer - Plumber
Location
Anderson High School, Lerwick, Shetland
Hours of Work
38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm
Contract
Permanent - Full Time
Benefits
Competitive annual salary and relocation package available.
About the Company
Robertson Facilities Management (RFM) provides hard and soft FM services, grounds maintenance, and energy services for single and multi-site locations throughout the UK. We work across sectors including education, healthcare, emergency services, and commercial, assuring our customers of high-quality, best value, and a sustainable approach.
RFM has grown significantly since its inception in 1999, with a turnover of £181m for FY2025 and employs more than 1500 people. We are now on a growth trajectory, with ambitious plans to grow the business to £300m turnover by 2030. Our plans for growth require RFM to ‘make the market’, and to be at the forefront of high value opportunities in the FM marketplace.
Your New Role
What You’ll Do
As a Maintenance Engineer - Plumber, you’ll be responsible for:
- To undertake planned, responsive, and cyclical maintenance work under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager.
- To undertake maintenance duties in such a manner as to support the objectives of the client and with respect for the dignity and privacy of the resident group.
- To ensure the safe operation of all plant, equipment, and tools.
- To always operate with safe working practices with due regard to Health and Safety Regulations, COSHH, Control of Infection, Waste Disposal, etc., in accordance with legislative requirements and policies and procedures of RFM.
- Full compliance of handheld technology (PDA & Tablet) using RFM’s management system FSI Go.
- To take part in an On-Call rota providing 24hr, 365-day cover to the Facilities.
- To carry out winter gritting and snow clearing duties as necessary as part of the RFM team.
- To report all accidents and incidents as per RFM’s Health and Safety Policy.
- The post holder will be required to maintain an awareness of RFM's policies, procedures, and objectives related to the successful delivery of the maintenance service.
- To provide support and assistance to other RFM personnel on site in the delivery of contracted services.
- To maintain asset histories, maintenance records, and helpdesk reports, informing the RFM Contracts Manager or sub-contractors of any follow up action that may be required.
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What You'll Need
- Experience in Commercial boilers and affiliated plant.
- CCN1 CENWAT CPA1 HTR1.
- Experience of working within Critical Environments with a working knowledge of the Clean Room Validation Process.
- Managing both Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Building Management Control Systems (BMS).
- Good IT skills and fluency with a range of PC packages.
- 2-year minimum experience in installation and servicing A/C, HVAC & Chilled Water Systems and associated plant. Minimum: City & Guilds 2079 F Gas & ODS Regulations.
- IPAF / PASMA certified.
- Experience in Managing Permit to Work Systems i.e. Working at Height use of high-level and powered access equipment, as well as the use of portable and fixed ladders.
- The successful candidate will require a DBS/Disclosure Check.
Who We’re Looking For
People are at the heart of everything we do and achieve at Robertson. To fit right into the team you’ll aim for excellence and have positive determination, working collaboratively towards our shared goals; create clarity around complex or technical issues, confident in your decisions, and quick to adjust to unexpected challenges; and help us make progress towards the best, most sustainable future, for ourselves and our communities.
Working the Robertson Way
Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means…
- We listen Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners, and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.
- We are professional Our mix of prudence and diligence, care, and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.
- We take responsibility Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.
- We are determined to succeed Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity, and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.
- We are one team We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.
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What’s in it for you?
In addition to the hourly rate, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including 33 days annual leave, a great pension, and valuable life assurance. What’s more, you’ll also be able to make the most of a range of brilliant extras. These include our Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts at restaurants and cinemas with a Robertson Rewards, annual flu vaccine, and Health & Wellbeing and Life Management Support for you and your family.
Diversity and Inclusion
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.
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