Community Plumber

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Community Plumber to provide efficient maintenance and repair services across NHS properties in the Morecambe area. Candidates must have relevant plumbing qualifications, a full clean driving licence, and experience in emergency repairs. This full-time position offers a salary of £26,942 to £32,572 per annum, with additional on-call requirements. You will work under Atlas terms and conditions and contribute to the efficient transport service to clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-apprenticeship experience required.
• Experience working in the NHS is preferred.
• Ability to undertake emergency repairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and repair service for plumbing installations.
• Perform installation and testing of new systems as needed.
• Work safely in hazardous areas and confined spaces.
• Complete maintenance inspection records and test certificates.
• Actively participate in the operation of the works helpdesk.

Skills

Prioritisation and workload management

Initiative

Flexibility and motivation

Good written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

City and Guilds Plumbing or equivalent

Full clean current driving licence

ACS gas certificate

PASMA scaffolding certificate

IPAF certification

Job description

Community Plumber

The closing date is 11 December 2025.

This role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will work under Atlas terms and conditions. For more information, visit www.bfwml.co.uk. The post holder will contribute to the provision of an efficient transport service to Atlas clients, primarily at NHS properties in Lancaster, Blackpool, Kendal, Barrow and surrounding districts.

Main duties of the job

• Provide an effective and efficient maintenance and repair service to all plumbing installations, including hot and cold water services, mains distribution, gas services, boilers, space heating systems, water storage tanks, sanitary fittings and firefighting equipment.
• Perform installation and acceptance testing of new systems and equipment as required.
• Work safely in hazardous areas and confined spaces, taking all required safety measures to prevent danger and injury.
• Interpret detailed technical manuals, diagnose faults and repair specialist engineering facilities, assist in commissioning, problem‑solve new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others.
• Be conversant with the latest edition of the electrical safety code for low‑voltage systems for competent persons (LV).
• Actively participate in the operation of the works helpdesk, completing work dockets in a timely manner.
• Undertake essential repair work and general maintenance activities at the request of the Community Estates Manager.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures and schedules.
• Complete maintenance inspection records and test certificates as necessary.
• Work with engineering/technical drawings and specifications.
• Investigate services required for new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement work.
• Notify the Community Estates Manager of any problems within Trust premises that may pose danger to staff or the public, and complete accident forms and cooperate with investigations.
• Follow risk assessments and health & safety policies when working in locked wards, health premises, learning disabilities and mental health accommodation.
• Participate in staff development, appraisal and training, including continuous professional development.
• Adhere to BFW Management Ltd Constitution, NHS and local policies covering health & safety, equal opportunities, data protection, financial management and other regulations.
• Undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed, subject to reasonable adjustments under Equality Act 2010.
• Contribute to service improvement and wider development of the function.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

• City and Guilds Plumbing or equivalent certificate.
• Full clean current driving licence.
• ACS gas certificate.
• PASMA scaffolding certificate.
• IPAF certification.

Knowledge & Experience

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to act on own initiative.
• Flexibility, motivation and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Approachable, good team player.
• Car owner / driver to enable you to undertake the job.
• Participation in a 24‑hour on-call system.
• Willingness to work overtime and unsociable hours.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality.
• Initiative and capability to carry out a broad range of core tasks as described.

Knowledge & Experience – Specialist

• Ability to undertake emergency situation repairs.
• Minimum of 5 years post‑apprenticeship experience.
• Experience of working in the NHS.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exemptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.

About us

As experts in healthcare facilities and property management, we deliver fully‑managed healthcare facility services and property management solutions to clients throughout Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and North Lancashire. Our teams ensure that properties and amenities provide the best environment for patients, staff and visitors.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we support the Trust’s frontline clinical services and patient care through our service provision.

Our profits are used to help grow the business, while providing additional employment, training and development opportunities for local people. For more information, visit bfwml.co.uk.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time

Reference number

382‑ATL32‑25

Job locations

Unit 9 Woodgate Park, Middle Gate, White Lund Industrial Estate

Salary

£26,942 to £32,572 per annum, additional on‑call requirements.