Multi Trade Plumber

Daniel Owen Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Tools provided

PPE provided

Pension

Holidays

Training

Refer a Friend

Healthcare discounts

Tastecard

Volunteering

Long service awards

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd. is seeking a experienced Multi Trade Plumber to join our Responsive Repairs team covering social housing properties in SL & RG areas.

You will perform responsive plumbing repairs, carry out maintenance, and deliver high-quality workmanship with excellent customer service. Suitable candidates hold NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing, have strong fault-finding skills, a full UK driving licence, and are willing to participate in out-of-hours rota.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing or equivalent.
• Experience carrying out responsive maintenance in social housing or occupied properties.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out domestic plumbing repairs and maintenance for social housing properties.
• Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages and faulty plumbing systems.
• Install/replace sanitary ware (toilets, basins, baths, showers).
• Install kitchen sinks, taps and associated pipework.
• Carry out repairs to hot/cold water systems and pipework.
• Complete job sheets using handheld device linked to scheduling system.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Communication

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing

Job description

Multi Trade Plumber (SL & RG Postcodes)

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) Location: Covering SL & RG postcode areas Job Type: Temp to Perm, Full Time Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday, plus out-of-hours on-call rota

Our client is looking for an experienced Multi Trade Plumber to join their Responsive Repairs team, covering social housing properties across the SL and RG postcode areas.

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a permanent position with a well-established contractor following a successful temporary period. You'll be provided with a company van, fuel card, tools, and full support to carry out high-quality responsive repairs and maintenance within occupied properties.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company van and fuel card
• Tools, uniform and PPE provided
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell annual leave (upon becoming permanent)
• Company pension scheme (upon becoming permanent)
• Paid out-of-hours call-out rota (approximately 1 in every 6-7 weeks)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive planning team to manage your workload efficiently
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Additional employee benefits including healthcare discounts, lifestyle savings, Tastecard, volunteering days and long service awards (upon becoming permanent)

The Role

As a Multi Trade Plumber, you'll carry out responsive plumbing repairs and general maintenance across occupied social housing properties, delivering a high standard of workmanship and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out domestic plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages and faulty plumbing systems.
• Install and replace sanitary ware including toilets, basins, baths, shower trays and showers.
• Install kitchen sinks, taps and associated pipework.
• Install and repair copper, plastic (Speedfit) and waste pipework.
• Repair and replace taps, ball valves, stop taps and other plumbing fixtures.
• Carry out repairs to hot and cold water systems, drainage and heating pipework.
• Work on vented and unvented hot water cylinders (HWSS or equivalent desirable).
• Install and repair domestic appliances including showers and washing machine connections.
• Carry out cold water storage tank maintenance and replacements where required.
• Complete general multi-trade repairs including basic carpentry, patch plastering, wall and floor tiling, painting and decorating where required.
• Accurately complete job sheets using a handheld device linked to a live scheduling system.
• Manage your own workload effectively while maintaining excellent customer service within residents' homes.
• Work safely at all times, following company Health & Safety procedures.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent).
• Previous experience as a Multi Trade Plumber carrying out responsive maintenance.
• Social Housing or occupied property maintenance experience is highly desirable.
• Competent across a range of secondary trades including basic carpentry, tiling, plaster patching and decorating.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to participate in the out-of-hours call-out rota.
• Successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS check.