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SMS Environmental has been established for 23 years, and is growing to become the UK's leading independent Water Hygiene specialists, driving the evolution of the Water Treatment field with innovation and best practice to ensure the safety of the people in the communities we serve.
Due to continual company growth, we are now looking for a new Trainee Air Hygiene Technician to assist with Ventilation Hygiene works, fire damper inspections, Hygiene reports and general HVAC works as required.
A full apprenticeship and training with industry recognised qualifications will be available to the successful candidate after a satisfactory probationary period has been completed and approved by management.
Your role and responsibilities: ? Assist with Ventilation Hygiene works ? Fire damper inspections and Hygiene reports ? Support as the 2nd Man on HVAC works ? Completing all work on in house software using an iPad ? Delivery of quality customer service to a variety of clients Requirements Previous experience in a trade role, delivering high quality customer service Passion and dedication to develop your career within water hygiene Strong verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English The ability to work as part of a team, as well as on your own The ability to use IT equipment such as and iPad and Mobile Phone Excellent time-keeping Flexibility to travel (dependent on business needs) Full UK, manual, driving licence Experience working on water systems in buildings or with water qualifications (Desirable) Applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK.
All roles at SMS require a DBS check; SMS Environmental will cover the cost of this if you do not already hold a valid DBS certificate.
SMS Environmental is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities and we welcome applications from all candidates.
Benefits Why join us?
SMS Environmental Ltd prides itself on its commitment to supporting our employees in their personal growth and wellbeing.
We offer: 30 days holiday including bank holidays Contributory company pension scheme Enhanced sickness, maternity & paternity pay Employee Assistance Plan including a 24/7 free confidential helpline Employee discounts and cashback savings Extra bonus holiday for birthday on completion of 2 years' service Private medical care plan or cash alternative on completion of 2 years' service Free Financial Guidance (remote) Free Travel Guidance (remote) Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme (through salary sacrifice) Support to gain further training and qualifications Background on SMS: For more than 23 years, SMS Environmental has been one of the leading water hygiene service providers throughout the UK, ensuring the public are protected from infectious diseases that can be carried through water systems.
We provide essential services to an array of domestic and commercial clients including water testing, risk assessments, air sampling and air conditioning maintenance.
Our extensive skills and expertise in infection control and systems management have given us a key opportunity to drive the design and standardisation of Water Treatment education and training used throughout the industry today.
We work closely with City & Guilds, CIBSE (CPD) Accreditation Board and UKAS to create, review and enhance modern water hygiene training course contents, materials and assessments to ensure they are fit for purpose and set high standards for the whole sector to aspire to.
All SMS employees are trained to the highest standard using a range of in-house training and external learning programmes that are accredited by City & Guilds.
SMS Environmental has been awarded the Investors in People accreditation since 2011 and we continue to invest in our employees by supporting individuals to achieve their next step within their career.
SMS Environmental employs over 190 people from water treatment engineers and plumbers to office staff across our 4 nationwide offices based in Harwell, Derby, Wales and Scotland.
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SMS Environmental is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities and we welcome applications from all candidates.