Pool Plant Operator
Derby County Football Club, established in 1884, is one of the founder members of the English Football League and has a rich and varied history, including two First Division titles in 1972 and 1975 and an FA Cup success in 1946. The club are currently playing in League One, the third tier of English Football, and is under the management of Head Coach, Paul Warne. The club also boasts a successful and respected Category One Academy, a status which has been held since 2014. Derby County is embarking on an exciting new era following the change in ownership to Clowes Developments (UK) Limited. Our track record of producing talent is outstanding, and we intend to protect that proud legacy, investing in key roles within the club to build on the foundations in place for success.
Derby County Football Club is looking to recruit a Pool Plant Operator to join our in-house maintenance team and work at our Category One Academy at Moor Farm Training Centre.
The successful candidate will ensure that pool plant, operations and systems are maintained and implemented effectively to optimise the safe use of all pools at Moor Farm Training Centre.
In addition, the successful candidate will support the Maintenance Team in completing H&S testing and compliance, carrying out general maintenance tasks, and escalating to the Stadium Engineer when appropriate.
Key Responsibilities:
Pool Duties
To monitor or undertake pool water chemical balance readings as part of the daily pool operation as necessary.Interpret the results collated from the pool water tests, compare with the optimum range, and take appropriate action.To carry out regular checks on plant and equipment as specified by the manufacturer and carry out routine inspections of equipment as appropriate to ensure the equipment is safe for use.To ensure that all tasks and activities associated with the Pool are undertaken in accordance with Health and Safety Management policies, the specific pool operating procedures and risk assessments.To ensure that legally required routine checks, monitoring and maintenance are carried out at the recommended frequency.To ensure effective stock control with respect to maintenance elements including pool water chemicalsTo carry out pool tests and cleaning duties to ensure the pool and surrounding area are kept in excellent condition.Complete accurate reports such as record keeping, maintenance and water testing logs.Ensure pool surrounds and tide marks are cleaned appropriately.Ensure that microbiological tests are carried out at the recommended frequency and when deemed necessary in other circumstances. Ensure the results are monitored and appropriate action is taken when necessary.
Maintenance Duties
To carry out basic repairs and general maintenance work at Moor Farm.To ensure workspaces are kept clean, clear and free of obstruction in line with Health and Safety regulations.To provide maintenance support where tasks include basic electrical work, painting and decorating, plumbing, seat repairs, barriers, carpentry, doors, concrete and car park repairs. (Qualifications required for specialist experience)Removal and rearranging of furnishings, rubbish, goods and waste to ensure a safe and high-spec environment for all individuals using DCFC facilities.To carry out various projects and tasks to allow the smooth running of the training ground.To ensure that whilst performing duties and repairs, health and safety / legal requirements are adhered to.Advise on faults and the need for replenishment or replacement of goods.To carry out basic porter duties for non-matchday / matchday and function use.Communicate with your line manager, colleagues and customers to ensure that they are fully notified of any delays to work with a new and agreed completion date provided.To distribute salt and grit around the Club grounds as required, in preparation for severe weather.
Personal characteristics and experience:
Experience working with swimming pools is desirableExperience in working within water treatment is desirableManual handling ability and trade skillsPainting and decorating skillsAn understanding of the different types of pool water testing equipment needed to ensure good quality pool water, including the use of comparators and/or photometers is desirableAn understanding of the procedures for pool water testing is desirableAn understanding of the optimum range for pool water testing results is desirableExcellent communication skillsBasic health and safety knowledgeAbility to work as part of a team as well as using own initiativeFlexible approach with the ability to problem-solveConfident, Resilient and Self MotivatedAbility to work in a fast-paced, target driven environmentAbility to prioritise and manage own workload
Essential Qualifications
Driving License
Desirable Qualifications
A relevant qualification in respect of pool operations – Small Pool Operators Certificate or similarIPAF MEWP accreditation
The post holder will be required to occasionally work irregular hours to satisfactorily fulfil the requirements of the post.
Salary dependent on experience.
This is a full-time position based at our training ground in Oakwood, Derby.
This role will sometimes require weekend and evening work in line with the Academy programme.
Everything we do as a Club is built around the three pillars of stability, integrity and progress.Our core values are:
We are proud of who we are and what we doWe are positive, inspired and passionateWe are ambitious and drivenWe are prepared, honest and humbleWe are the heartbeat of our communityWe are the club of opportunity
Derby County employee benefits include:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysTwo complimentary staff season ticketsTwo complimentary staff away memberships20% discount at DCFC MegastoreCompany Pension with AvivaDiscounts with select Club partners and sponsorsHealthshield Cash Health Plan to support employee health and well-being and Perks for great deals and discountsParticipating in our employee forum, ‘The Herd’Training and development opportunitiesAccess to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust
Derby County Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As part of the Club's commitment to providing a safe environment for children and young people, applicants should be aware that this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check.
Derby County Football Club is an Inclusive Club for all and is committed to Equality and Diversity.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 5th May 2024. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
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