Water Management Technician

This is a great opportunity to move into a vibrant and forward-thinking environment supporting the delivery of a diverse range of construction services. This role will appeal to you if you have a genuine interest in the delivery of public services and a commitment to continuous improvement and delivery of a high-quality service,

Job Purpose:

To support the delivery of a customer focused, safe, efficient and comprehensive construction, repairs and maintenance service through the Council's internal service provider. The Water Management Technician will support one of the Business Units within Leeds Building Services. Responsibilities

• To provide a support service to contribute to the delivery of business improvement plans for Leeds Building Services focussing on a range of activities which will deliver value for money to customers and contribute to the delivery of Council priorities.
• Be responsible for carrying out inspections of premises, providing control and monitoring of Legionella for water services within Leeds City Council properties. This work will regularly involve working at heights, taking water temperatures and samples, and working in confined spaces.
• To undertake and compile risk assessments for water services within Leeds City Council properties.
• To maintain and monitor a central database on the provision of the required Legionella control measures.
• To instruct contractors undertaking identified remedial work to ensure compliance with standards.
• To review and audit risk assessments completed by external contractors to ensure compliance with standards.
• To meet regularly with Managers to ensure the service is meeting the required standards in respect of water management.
• To meet with building users/managers to present and explain the outcomes, impacts and importance of the risk assessments undertaken and the recommendations of arising actions.
• To keep up to date with, be aware of, and comply with the Departmental Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Support and contribute to the delivery of effective budget management using agreed processes and procedures.
• Maintain effective relationships within Housing Leeds, other Council Directorates, external partners and agencies.
• Contribute to effective performance management processes and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a high level of personal effectiveness and uphold and promote the values of Leeds City Council.
• To ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with all legal and regulatory requirements and in line with the Council's policies and procedures.
• To work flexibly across the Leeds Building Service to respond to Service priorities as needed.
• Provide high quality customer service utilising a range of written and verbal formats.
• Provide support to the management of LBS schemes and sub-contracts.
• To be accurate and efficient in the inputting and processing of data and in the use of ICT systems and promote the use of new and existing ICT systems.
• Assist with responding to complaints regarding the service in accordance with the Councils complaints Policy.
• To report on incidents and accidents to support and contribute to Health and Safety standards in line with LCC policies and procedures.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade., Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
• Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.
• Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
• Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
• Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
• Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
• Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
• Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
• Recognise and appropriately…