Maintenance Plumber – Water Safety & Heating Expert

MCR Property Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

MCR Property Group in Southampton is seeking a skilled Plumber to maintain our student accommodation, ensuring safe, warm and comfortable living spaces.

You will diagnose and repair faults across hot and cold water systems, heating and drainage, carry out water safety checks and planned maintenance, and respond to urgent issues while delivering excellent customer service to residents.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 NVQ or equivalent plumbing qualification.
• Gas Safe registration (desirable).
• Proven experience as a plumber in residential, commercial or facilities maintenance settings.
• Sound understanding of water hygiene and legionella control.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Experience within PBSA, student accommodation, property management or hospitality (desirable but not essential).
• A valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry Out Plumbing and Heating Repairs: Diagnose and repair faults across hot and cold water systems, heating, drainage, sanitaryware and kitchens, in both reactive and planned work.
• Maintain Water Safety: Complete legionella monitoring, including temperature checks, flushing regimes and thermostatic mixing valve checks, and record results accurately.
• Deliver Planned Maintenance: Complete planned inspections and servicing, reporting any remedial work required to the Maintenance Manager.
• Respond to Urgent Issues: Attend urgent calls such as leaks, flooding and loss of heating or hot water promptly, making situations safe and minimising disruption to students.
• Ensure Health and Safety Compliance: Work safely at all times, following all relevant policies, procedures and regulations.
• Deliver Excellent Customer Service: Communicate clearly and respectfully with students and colleagues, keeping them updated on progress.
• Log and Record Work: Record all jobs, materials and inspections accurately on our maintenance system.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

A Level 3 NVQ or equivalent plumbing qualification

Gas Safe registration (desirable)

Job description

MCR Property Group in Southampton is seeking a skilled Plumber to maintain our student accommodation, ensuring safe, warm and comfortable living spaces.

You will diagnose and repair faults across hot and cold water systems, heating and drainage, carry out water safety checks and planned maintenance, and respond to urgent issues while delivering excellent customer service to residents.