Maintenance Plumber

Tech-People; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech-People is seeking a reliable Maintenance Plumber to join the hospital facilities team in Harefield. The role covers planned and reactive plumbing and basic pump maintenance across plant rooms and mechanical infrastructure.

Applicants should have proven experience as a maintenance plumber or mechanical engineer and hold a current DBS certificate. The position is ongoing with a daily rate of £220 for an 8-hour shift, start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance plumber or mechanical engineer.
• DBS certificate is required (basic or enhanced).
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPMs), including drainage and basic pump maintenance.
• Work across plant rooms and mechanical infrastructure to ensure smooth operation.
• Diagnose and resolve plumbing/mechanical faults independently where possible.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Follow hospital health, safety and operational procedures at all times.

Skills

Maintenance plumber

Mechanical engineer

Education

DBS certificate (Basic)

DBS certificate (Enhanced)

Job description

Maintenance Plumber, £220 pd, 8 hrs, start 01/09/2026

Location: Harefield, UB9

Rate: £220 pd

Start: 01/09/2026

We are seeking reliable and experienced Maintenance Mechanical operatives/maintenance plumbers with strong mechanical skills to join the Facilities & Estates hospital team in Harefield

This hands-on role is ideal for someone with solid plumbing/mechanical knowledge and experience working in a commercial, estates, or healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs), including drainage PPMs, strainer maintenance, and basic pump maintenance
• Work across plant rooms and mechanical infrastructure to ensure smooth operation
• Diagnose and resolve plumbing/mechanical faults independently where possible
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests promptly and professionally
• Follow hospital health & safety and operational procedures at all times

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a maintenance plumber or mechanical engineer
• Basic DBS certificate (essential) or enhanced in date DBS
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Contract Details:

• ongoing
• Rate: £220 pd, based on 8 hrs (8 am to 4:30)
• Start: asap

We are committed to attracting and providing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which our clients and stakeholders operate, helping to facilitate an environment that enables everyone to fulfil their potential