Maintenance Plumber: Keep Building Systems Flowing

CBRE Group, Inc.; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions in Gateshead is seeking a Maintenance Plumber to join our team. You will perform planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, testing and fault finding on plumbing and mechanical systems across the facility.

The role includes supporting general building maintenance, assisting contractors, and ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards. NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and practical maintenance experience are preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, installations, and fault-finding on water systems.
• Install water systems, pipework and fixtures per drawings and standards.
• Maintain waste and vent pipe systems using drain rods and jet washers.
• Support contractors and on-site teams with plumbing expertise.
• Perform plumbing safety inspections and PPM tasks, including backflow devices.
• Assist in maintaining safe, compliant building operations.
• Provide basic plumbing training to maintenance colleagues.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and breakdowns promptly.
• Follow health and safety requirements and company procedures.
• Undertake other duties as directed.

Skills

Maintenance plumbing experience

Fault finding

Independent and team worker

Time management

Customer-focused

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions in Gateshead is seeking a Maintenance Plumber to join our team. You will perform planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, testing and fault finding on plumbing and mechanical systems across the facility.

The role includes supporting general building maintenance, assisting contractors, and ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards. NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and practical maintenance experience are preferred.