Apprentice Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician

Within this role you will learn to size and select, plan and install, service, maintain and commission plumbing and domestic heating systems.

Main core duties will include:

Planning, selecting and sizing core plumbing and domestic heating systems to meet customer’s needs Carrying our preparatory work ahead of installing plumbing and domestic heating systems Testing, commissioning and de-commissioning systems  Carrying out handovers to customers/ end users using a range of communication methods and demonstrating how to use systems Servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair techniques on cold and hot water, central heating, above drainage and rainwater systems Learning installation and testing techniques for electrical components and control systems on plumbing and domestic heating systems Understanding scientific plumbing, domestic heating and mechanical principles Providing excellent customer service and establishing the needs of colleagues, customers and stakeholders Understanding health and safety legislation, and following safe work practices

Training:

For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete:

Level 3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship Standard Apprentices covering the Gas specialism must also be registered on the Gas Safe Register to fully achieve the apprenticeship

For the End Point Assessment (EPA), apprentices will undertake 2 knowledge tests (to cover core and optional statements), a practical planning test, a practical competency test and an interview with an independent assessor underpinned by the portfolio of evidence. Following completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will be able to register as EngTech with the Engineering Council through The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) and/or The Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE). 

Apprentices will also be able to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card through the Joint Industry Board for Plumbing and Mechanical Engineering Services (JIB-PMES) following completion of the Health and Safety Assessment. 

Apprentices must attend college sessions one day per week at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.

Training Outcome:

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
S A Tooley carries out plumbing and heating installation works to the private domestic sector and New Build housing projects. The company also also works on light commercial plumbing & heating projects, servicing and maintenance

Working Hours :
Working hours will fall between 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Willing to learn,Good hand skills