Service and Water Quality Inspector

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Job Details

Service & Water Quality Inspector within Property Services carrying out a lead role in relation to the management of Water Quality in Fife Council non-domestic buildings whilst also undertaking Heating & Ventilation Inspector duties for a limited number of buildings.

You will be responsible for reviewing reports arising from the Water Quality Management contractor risk assessments and monitoring activities. Identifying priorities and commissioning arising works identified by the Water Quality Management contractor as appropriate and ensuring any remedial works are promptly delivered and updating records to reflect. You will also provide guidance to Heating & Ventilation Inspectors in relation to Water Quality matters as required and ensuring H&V Inspectors are made aware of any issues arising in buildings which they are responsible for. You will liaise with the Water Quality Management contractor through regular meetings and provide feedback to the contract administrator.

You will also be responsible for the operation and maintenance aspects of all mechanical engineering functions in properties within an area of responsibility. You will be responsible for monitoring the effective operation of engineering systems within Council buildings including systems such as boiler plant, combined heat and power plant, ventilation plant, etc.

The Person

Experience of working in a building engineering services environment across a wide range of building types.

Educated to SCQF level 7 which includes HNC or Advanced Highers or equivalent in a relevant discipline along with considerable post qualifying experience in an appropriate post.

Legionella: Role of the Responsible Person/ Duty Holder/ Landlord (WS1) and Management of Legionella Bacteria in Hot and Cold Water Systems (WS2) are desirable.

Experience of working in a similar role or a technical background in a mechanical engineering services (building) related discipline is essential and it would be advantageous to have knowledge of Construction (Design & Management) Regulations and Health and Safety legislation.

For further information please contact: Angela Scott - angela.scott-fh@fife.gov.uk