Plumber

British High Commission Dar es Salaam

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Job Description

The British High Commission in Dar es Salaam, is seeking a self-starter, versatile and energetic person to join our Technical Works Group (TWG) Team as a Plumber. The TWG team is part of Estates Team responsible for the maintenance and building work for the High Commission’s Office and Residential properties.We are looking for highly motivated individual who is committed to service delivery and working as part of a team. They will need to quickly familiarise themselves with the High Commission’s working practices and policies, but also find creative and pragmatic solutions to challenges. They will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and willing to learn.

Roles and Responsibilities

To install, maintain, and repair of plumbing fixtures, pipes, and water systems.
To have ability to define property blueprints to evaluate layout for plumbing installations and other systems.
To perform cutting, welding, and assembling of pipes, tubes, fittings, and fixtures.
To perform a thorough inspection and testing of plumbing systems for safety, functionality, and code compliance.
To collaborate with contractors, construction workers, and electricians to meet plumbing requirements.
To clean and disinfect domestic water tanks and services.
To conducti water treatment services.
To process knowledge on installation and maintenance of water plants and swimming pools.
To participate in learning and development activities that develop personal effectiveness and assist in improving performance in the role.
To be ready to attend or participate in the delivery of Out of Hours call out service in accordance with organisation policies and procedures.
To work subject to deadlines involving changing problems, circumstances or demand.
To perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Having college, trade school education from reputable institution.
2 years minimum experience
Experienced and ability to attend and rectify plumbing faults and emergencies.
Reliable, detailed oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling several tasks.
A thorough understanding of the plumbing industry and code compliance.
Efficient skills and knowledge in using plumbing tools and testing equipment
IT Literate.
Ability to manage own time and workload.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Having clean and valid driving license
Health and Safety certification/courses
Experienced and ability to attend and rectify plumbing faults and emergencies.

Required Behaviours

Changing and Improving
Making Effective Decisions
Seeing the Big Picture
Working Together

Additional Information

The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a positionEmployees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Dar es Salaam are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in TanzaniaAll candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permitThe responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;1.Obtain the relevant permit2.Pay the fees for the permit3.Make arrangements to relocate4.Meet the costs to relocationEmployees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profilesPlease note: Job grade AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidatesPlease log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your applicationAppointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6/12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate