LUA008- Trades Technician Plumbing Services
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LUA008
The Opportunity
The Estates and Infrastructure Services is responsible for the management and strategic oversight of the University’s property, buildings and infrastructure at all campuses and centers throughout its 12-member countries. Strategic Asset Management, Property Maintenance, Building & Property Standards and Design Services, Occupational Health & Safety Standards, and the Project Management of Major Capital works are key areas within the Section of E & I Services working together to ensure the physical estate supports the University Strategic and Academic Plans for Solomon Islands Campus. These include being the drivers of key campus sustainability initiatives, including energy, water & space efficiency as well as waste management through the adoption and maintenance of internationally recognized and benchmarked property and service standards.
The Trades Technician-Plumbing Services is an experienced and qualified plumber responsible for implementing campus maintenance, in conjunctions with contractors and other maintenance service providers, including to implement maintenance projects at the assigned campuses and centers.
The position will be based at the Laucala Campus.
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A degree with one (1) year of relevant work experience; or
- A diploma and three (3) years of relevant work experience, specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
- Completion of a post-trades certificate or advanced certificate and seven (7) years of relevant experience; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- A valid plumber’s license (as applicable)
- A valid driver’s license
Preference will be given to applicants with:
- Undertaken Basic First Aid, OHS, Working at Heights/confined spaces permit training within the past 5 years;
- Similar experience in similar large estates settings;
- Good Spoken and written English Language skills;
- Experience with computers and office software (word/excel/projects) and
- Experience with automated work order systems.
Enquiries and further information: Mr. Mervyn Lepper, Director, Estates and Infrastructure Services. E:mervyn.lepper@usp.ac.fj P: (679) 32 32255
The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement
Salary Range
- FJ $29,009 to FJ $35,262 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: Applications will remain open until the position is filled.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
