Plumber - Edinburgh Castle 61 presso Historic Environment Scotland

Starting salary: £27,519 pro rata, per year
Contract type: Permanent
Grade: 2
Location:Edinburgh Castle
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 1932 hours per year (annualised hours)
Interviews: To be held in person at Week Commencing 6th October

As the Plumber at Edinburgh Castle your primary role will be the responsibility for day-to-day maintenance of hot and cold-water services within the Edinburgh Region, carry out maintenance on drainage, rhones and cast-iron systems and daily checks of public toilets prior to opening and staff toilets.  The applicant will be an integral part of the Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) Team, who deliver the annual programme of works and provide support to the Visitor & Community Team ensuring that Edinburgh Regions buildings are maintained to a five-star level. Furthermore, you will work on conservation projects to preserve and protect one of Edinburgh’s most visited tourist attractions. The team is headed by the Lead Craftsperson Manager who has direct line management responsibilities for the whole team.

The successful candidate will be expected to work at any location within the Edinburgh region as directed by the Lead Craftsperson.  

Official transport is provided to and from the various sites within District, and beyond. Individuals are however expected to make their own way to the MCU Depot.  

The post holder may also be asked to travel using HES transport to other remote sites sometimes out with of the district which may include overnight stays. 

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Benefits of joining us at Historic Environment Scotland

• Enrolment onto a Civil Service Pension scheme – 28% employer contribution
• 25 days annual leave, pro-rata (increasing to 30 days after 3 years) + 11.5 public holidays
• Reimbursement for relevant professional subscriptions
• Support for further education and personal development
• Study leave for work related courses
• Flexible working hours (where appropriate)
• Free entry to all of our properties (with up to three guests)
• Free entry to English Heritage, Manx and Cadw properties

Key Responsibilities of this role

• You will carry out conservation works to traditional plumbing systems dating back to the 1890’s in The Palace of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle on cold and hot water services and drainage.
• You will also carry out plumber work on refurbishment/maintenance projects such as the toilets and mess areas as required in Edinburgh Region.
• To carry out plumbing maintenance works and to rectify any defects reported promptly.
• Ensuring all surface drains, gutters and rainwater pipes are checked and in good working order.
• Ensuring all toilet facilities are checked, maintained and in good working order;
• To carry out preparation works identified for events held within the Castle, e.g., Castle Concerts, Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Castle of Light & Hogmanay Fireworks.
• To assist contractors in the cleaning and disinfection of cold-water storage tanks and down services and water sampling of water points to comply with current bacteria and legionella L8 regulations;
• To carry out plumbing works identified at Trinity House.
• To ensure a good housekeeping policy is always adhered to and materials and plant are stored correctly, and rubbish removed from site to prevent trips, slips and falls.
• Preparation of maintenance works and on call during Royal visits at The Palace of Holyroodhouse and other events.
• You will also be expected to work with other trades to support the Visitor & Community Team.

• All operations will be carried out in a considerate and courteous manner.

• Delivery of an effective and appropriate service to all service users, fairly and   without discrimination. 

• Ad hoc responsive maintenance requirements as directed by the Lead Craftsperson Manager.

Key requirements of the role:

In order for you to be successful in this post, we will be looking for you to submit a cover letter which addresses how you can meet each of the essential and desirable criteria (in up to 1,200 words), using examples of where you have demonstrated these criteria previously. Please ensure that you provide real life examples for each of the criteria to be considered for this post. You can use examples of how you have met this criteria from your work life, home life, education or volunteer experience. Please read our CV and Cover Letter Guidance first before completing, as you will only be eligible for selection if you use examples of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.

Essential:

• Plumbing craft apprenticeship with certification (SVQ or City & Guilds)
• Knowledge of health  and
• Knowledge of traditional plumbing systems and materials including cast iron, lead and copper.

Find out more about desirable skills and experience in our full job description [insert hyperlink to job description].

We are dedicated to building a workforce which is reflective of diversity within Scotland. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or neurodiversity. In support of our Gaelic Language Plan, we welcome applications from Gaelic speakers.

We want every candidate to have the best chance to succeed during the recruitment process. If you require your application in an alternative format, please reach out to us via email at [email protected] or call our Head Office at 0131 668 8600 and speak to a member of our People Team.

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