Maintenance Plumber

Cbre; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a skilled Maintenance Plumber to join our Peterborough team. The role covers planned preventive maintenance, reactive repairs, testing, and fault finding across plumbing and mechanical systems to keep facilities safe and efficient.

You will install, maintain and service water systems, support building maintenance activities, and provide guidance to colleagues where needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing.
• Previous maintenance plumbing experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance, repairs, testing and fault-finding on plumbing systems.
• Install water systems, pipework and fixtures in line with drawings and regulations.
• Support on-site teams with plumbing expertise during projects and installations.
• Carry out plumbing safety inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure safe, compliant building operations.

Skills

NVQ/City & Guilds L2-L3

Maintenance plumbing

Fault finding

Team player

Time management

Customer-focused

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in Plumbing (L2-L3)

Job description

Maintenance Plumber

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are currently recruiting a Maintenance Plumber to join our team based in Peterborough.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Plumber will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, testing, installation and fault finding on plumbing and mechanical systems throughout the facility.

The role also includes supporting general building maintenance activities and ensuring all systems and equipment operate efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, installations, replacements, testing and fault-finding on water supply and distribution systems, including valves, fixtures and outlets.
• Install water systems, pipework and fixtures in line with drawings, specifications, regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain waste and vent pipe systems using appropriate equipment such as drain rods, plungers and jet washers.
• Support contractors and on-site teams with plumbing expertise during projects and equipment installations.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks, including backflow devices where certified.
• Assist in maintaining safe and compliant building operations.
• Provide guidance and basic plumbing training to maintenance colleagues where required.
• Carry out general building maintenance duties as directed.
• Respond promptly to emergency call-outs and breakdown situations.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by management.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing.
• Previous experience in a maintenance plumbing role.
• Good knowledge of plumbing systems and associated maintenance practices.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Flexible approach with a strong customer-focused attitude.