Multi Trade Plumber

Example Recruitment; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

23 days' annual leave

Referral reward up to £2,000

Long-service recognition

Perkbox discounts

Volunteering day

Training and progression

Job summary

Example Recruitment is seeking an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to work across Merseyside. Plumbing will be your primary trade, with additional responsibility for a range of general maintenance and repair activities in residents' homes.

You will complete repairs and installations, including tiling and carpentry, and update job information using the Axis app. A valid UK driving licence and your own tools are required, with commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Plumbing.
• Current Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification.
• Experience in tiling, carpentry, plastering and decorating.
• Full UK driving licence and own tools.

Responsibilities

• Undertake plumbing repairs and installations across Merseyside.
• Carry out general multi-trade maintenance (tiling, carpentry, plastering, decorating).
• Update job information promptly using Axis mobile application.
• Work with supervisors and scheduling teams to complete jobs efficiently.
• Carry out risk assessments and adhere to health and safety requirements.
• Provide guidance to apprentices and maintain high workmanship standards.
• Work in occupied properties with courtesy and respect.
• Participate in out-of-hours callouts when required.

Skills

Plumbing

General maintenance

Carpentry

Tiling

Decoration

Own tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 Plumbing (or City & Guilds)

Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification

Job description

Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

We are seeking an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to work across Merseyside. Plumbing will be your primary trade, with additional responsibility for a range of general maintenance and repair activities.

You will be responsible for completing work to a high standard, with an emphasis on resolving issues efficiently, getting jobs right first time and providing a professional service to residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake a broad range of plumbing repairs and installations, including identifying and repairing leaks, hot and cold-water systems, immersion heaters, tanks, kitchens and bathrooms.
• Complete general multi-trade maintenance, including:
  • Wall and floor tiling
  • First and second fix carpentry
  • Plaster repairs, patching and making good
  • Painting and decorating
• Update job information promptly and accurately using the Axis mobile application.
• Work closely with supervisors, scheduling teams and office-based colleagues to ensure jobs are completed efficiently.
• Carry out appropriate risk assessments and comply with all company health and safety requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices where required.
• Maintain consistently high standards of workmanship and customer care.
• Work within occupied residential properties while treating residents, their homes and belongings with courtesy and respect.
• Participate in emergency response and out-of-hours callout arrangements when required.

About You

You will be a dependable and versatile tradesperson with strong plumbing experience and the ability to undertake a variety of additional repair and maintenance tasks.

You should take pride in your workmanship, communicate confidently with residents and colleagues, and be comfortable working independently as well as part of a wider team. A strong focus on safety, quality and customer satisfaction is essential.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or an equivalent qualification in Plumbing.
• Current Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification.
• Practical experience in additional trades such as tiling, carpentry, plastering and decorating.
• Competence in safely isolating and testing electrical components.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own, well-maintained tools suitable for carrying out the role.
• Previous experience within social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality workmanship.

What's Included

• Salary of up to £31,000, dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle and fuel card for business use.
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Colleague referral reward of up to £2,000.
• Long-service recognition and awards.
• Access to Perkbox, providing discounts across areas including food, entertainment, travel and wellbeing.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Continued training, development and opportunities for career progression.