Multiskilled Plumber NCCHS

Nottingham City Council; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Defined benefit pension

Smart Working

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Multiskilled Plumber to join our housing maintenance team on a permanent basis. The role focuses on delivering quality plumbing work across rented housing, improving tenant satisfaction and ensuring statutory standards are met.

You will support asset maintenance, perform repairs, and use various trades to achieve first-time fixes where appropriate. A full UK driving licence is required and the role offers a competitive salary and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified, certified and trained in plumbing with experience across repairs, maintenance and new builds.
• Qualified and trained in a second trade (joinery, plastering or bricklaying).
• Ability to safely use power tools and plant, following all safety procedures.
• Experience carrying out investigations to identify faults and root causes.
• Demonstrates an organised but flexible approach and ability to meet deadlines.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to good quality rented housing and tenant satisfaction.
• Support maintenance of assets to meet statutory housing standards.
• Provide excellent customer service to tenants and stakeholders.
• Work with a range of customers and stakeholders to achieve first-time fix where appropriate.

Skills

Plumbing expertise

Second trade qualification

Power tools safety

Fault investigation

Organised & flexible

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Description

Role: Multiskilled Plumber

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week - You will be required to work these hours in accordance with the needs and requirements of the service, between the hours of 6am and 8pm Monday to Friday

Worker Type: Off‑site worker

Salary: Grade H - starting salary of £42,123 (level 1), rising to £45,529 (level 4) per annum

We are looking for talented individuals to join our workforce as a Multiskilled Plumber - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more...

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

As an experienced Multiskilled Plumber, you will contribute to the provision of good quality rented housing, and the achievement of high levels of tenant satisfaction, improving the landlord and tenant relationships, and protecting health and safety.

You will support the maintenance of assets to meet statutory minimum standards for housing, installation, repair, and maintenance obligations.

You will be working with a wider range of customers and stakeholders and providing excellent customer service.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Experience in all aspects of a Plumbing and be qualified, certified & trained in a second trade (Suitable trades include: Joinery, Plastering, and Bricklaying)


2. Experience in repairs, new build, maintenance, or contract environments, including assessing and inspecting jobs, and updating records.


3. The ability to use the necessary power tools and plant safely, as well as the ability to follow all safety procedures on and off-site.


4. Experience of carrying out investigations and tests to identify faults and the root cause of issues, and implement lasting solutions.


5. Ability to use elements of the skills of other general trades to meet the target of first-time fix where it is efficient and appropriate to do so.


6. Ability to demonstrate an organised but flexible approach, and the ability to meet deadlines

Please note, you are required to have a full UK driving license for this post.

Please ensure you demonstrate clearly how you meet the 6 requirements listed above in your CV & supporting document.

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) can be a helpful tool when preparing your application. AI can guide you, but only your own words and experiences truly matter - we want to see the real you. All examples and statements must be your own, accurate, and reflect your true experience and values. AI tools do not understand context, think critically, or assess the reliability of information, which means AI-generated responses can feel generic and may not accurately represent who you are. We recruit fairly and inclusively - showing your real self is what helps you succeed.

Closing Date: 11th October 2026 (11:59pm) - Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interview date: w/c 19th October 2026 or w/c 26th October 2026 - please note, this is subject to change.

If you have any queries about the role or the recruitment process, please contact us via email: [e-mail].

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: http://emss.org.uk/support.

By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

About Us

Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits.

• 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service) + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually


• Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%


• Smart Working - to support your work life balance


• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme


• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more!

Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair, inclusive and Disability Confident Employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference.

If you are a disabled candidate and wish to be considered under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this within your application. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment journey.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, reservists and military families.

We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the LGBTQ+ community, or are disabled. These groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce, and we are committed to better reflecting the communities we serve.

We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and encourage candidates to discuss this with us during the recruitment process.