Plumber

Mears Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking an experienced Plumber in Birmingham to join the Voids team. You will perform a range of plumbing repairs, replacements and upgrades in vacant properties to ensure they are safe and lettable for new tenants.

The role is full-time, permanent, with a standard 42.5-hour week (8-5, Monday to Friday) and a company van with a fuel card. Salary is up to £37,000 per year, with benefits and a strong focus on quality workmanship and customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic plumbing repairs in occupied properties.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service when interacting with tenants.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing repairs, renewals and installations within void properties.
• Replace sanitary ware such as toilets, basins, sinks, taps and baths as required.
• Repair and renew pipework, valves, wastes and water supply systems.

Skills

Domestic plumbing

Fault finding

Time management

Customer service

Job description

Annual salary: up to £37,000.00 Plumber Location: Birmingham Contract: Full Time Permanent Salary up to £37,000 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Plumber to join our Birmingham Voids team, helping to bring empty social housing properties back up to a high standard before new tenants move in. This is a hands‑on role where you'll carry out a variety of plumbing repairs, replacements and upgrades within vacant properties. From replacing sanitary ware and repairing pipework to identifying and rectifying plumbing defects, you'll play a key role in ensuring homes are safe, functional and ready for re-let. Working as part of a dedicated voids team, you'll be responsible for delivering quality workmanship, meeting turnaround times and helping improve the condition of housing stock across Birmingham. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, works efficiently and consistently delivers a high standard of finish.

Duties

• Carry out plumbing repairs, renewals and installations within void properties
• Replace toilets, basins, sinks, taps, baths and other sanitary ware as required
• Repair and renew pipework, valves, wastes and water supply systems
• Identify and rectify leaks, blockages and plumbing defects
• Carry out repairs to hot and cold water systems
• Assist with property refurbishment works to ensure homes meet lettable standards
• Remove and refit bath panels to access and repair pipework where required
• Complete work in line with company standards, regulations and health and safety requirements
• Record completed works and materials used via handheld devices or job sheets
• Work closely with supervisors and other trades to meet void turnaround targets
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicle in good working order
• Identify and report any additional repairs or property defects
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
• Deliver high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service when interacting with colleagues, contractors or incoming tenants

Role Criteria

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours emergency rota

Benefits we can offer you

• Company Sick Pay
• Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme with Pensions people 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
• Commercial vehicle and fuel card
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Share save scheme
• Recognition and long service awards
• Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
• Occupational health support
• Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period

We have a range of internal forums that Aline with our company core values and beliefs including Mears Men, Women’s Heath, Pride at Mears, R.E.A.C.H, Women Operative support, Armed Forces, Women in Leadership, Diverse

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK. Our Values - Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility