Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician (18.5 hours)

South Essex College Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Basildon is seeking a Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician to manage safety, stock, and workshop support. Responsibilities include conducting checks on equipment, maintaining safety compliance, and liaising with suppliers. The role also involves supporting plumbing apprenticeships to ensure industry standards are met. Ideal candidates should be proactive in managing resources and facilitating educational sessions. Applications must be made via the college's recruitment website.

Qualifications

• Experience with safety regulations including COSHH and PUWER.
• Ability to manage safe storage and handling of materials.
• Technical assistance skills during practical sessions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily/weekly/monthly checks on tools and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations.
• Liaise with suppliers to keep materials up to date.
• Manage stock control and reduce waste.

Job description

The details for the selected vacancy are shown below.

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician (18.5 hours)

Responsibilities

Your responsibility would be to carry out daily/weekly/monthly checks on tools, machinery, and equipment.

The role would also include maintaining compliance with COSHH and PUWER and other safety regulations.

Keep accurate safety records for audits and inspections.

Manage safe storage and handling of materials, chemicals, and equipment.

The plumbing technician is also needed for Curriculum & Assessment Support: they will need to order and maintain stock/materials in line with curriculum plans and assessment schedules.

Set up workshop spaces and equipment for practical sessions.

Provide technical assistance to tutors during practical delivery.

Support for Plumbing Apprenticeships ensuring workshops reflect industry-standads and also to prepare for EPA training.

Liaise with suppliers/employers to keep materials and tools up to date.

Manage stock control to reduce waste.

Help organise workshop timetables and resource usage.

Support staff inductions and safe-use training for equipment.

Support awarding body inspections and internal audits.

Application process

The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE E-RECRUIT WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Please note: South Essex College is closed for the festive period from Wednesday 24th December 2025, reopening on Friday 2nd January 2026. During this time, emails will not be monitored. If you are having difficulties logging onto our system please email [e-mail] and a member of the team will respond to any enquiries upon our return.