Multi trade - Plumber

WPS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Uniform and PPE provided

Pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Job summary

WPS is seeking an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber to join our responsive repairs team from the South Birmingham office, delivering plumbing repairs and multi-trade works in occupied social housing properties. You will provide high-quality repairs and exceptional service to residents.

You will diagnose faults, complete first-time fixes, and document work using handheld technology. A NVQ in Plumbing and a full UK driving licence are required, with a company van and fuel card available to support

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent).
• Experience in social housing or domestic repairs.
• Proven ability to carry out multi-trade repairs.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing repairs and maintenance across properties.
• Perform multi-trade tasks including basic carpentry, tiling, plastering and decorating.
• Diagnose faults and provide first-time fixes.
• Undertake responsive repairs, void works and planned maintenance.
• Ensure safety and high standards; deliver excellent resident service.
• Complete job reports using handheld technology.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Customer service

Independent working

Multi-trade repairs

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing

Job description

Multi-Trade Plumber

Location: South Birmingham Company: WPS Salary: Competitive + Company Van & Fuel Card

About The Role

WPS is looking for an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber to join our growing team based out of our South Birmingham office, delivering responsive repairs and maintenance works across occupied social housing properties. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs while providing an exceptional service to residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Complete multi-trade works including basic carpentry, tiling, patch plastering, and decorating where required.
• Diagnose faults and provide effective first-time fixes.
• Undertake responsive repairs, void property works, and planned maintenance.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Provide excellent customer service when working within residents' homes.
• Accurately complete job reports and documentation using handheld technology.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience working as a Plumber within social housing, domestic repairs, or maintenance environments.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent qualification).
• Proven experience carrying out multi-trade repairs.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience working in social housing or local authority contracts.
• Knowledge of damp and mould remediation works.
• A knowledge of Awaab's Law and HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) would be beneficial.
• Asbestos awareness certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company van and fuel card
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Stable, long-term work with a leading repairs and maintenance contractor

Our Commitments

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly. We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]