Plumber

Butlin's; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Butlin's in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Resort Plumber to maintain, repair and ensure safe operation of plumbing systems across the resort's accommodation, leisure facilities and entertainment venues.

You will diagnose faults, unblock drains, support new installations and work with the wider maintenance team to minimise guest disruption, while following safety regulations and keeping accurate records.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a qualified plumber in a commercial or multi-site environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems within hospitality, leisure or similar environments (desirable).
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours and operational demands.

Responsibilities

• Plumbing maintenance and repairs across resort facilities and back-of-house areas.
• Carry out safety checks, testing and inspections; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new plumbing equipment and upgrades.
• Support operational teams with plumbing requirements for events and seasonal attractions.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee work carried out by third parties.
• Maintain stock levels of tools, materials and parts; work with maintenance team.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Prioritisation

Education

Qualified plumber

Job description

To maintain, repair and ensure the safe operation of all plumbing systems across the resort. The Resort Plumber supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and high-quality environment for guests and team members by carrying out planned and reactive plumbing maintenance across accommodation, leisure facilities, entertainment venues, and back-of-house operations.

General Duties & Key Accountabilities

Plumbing Maintenance & Repairs

• Diagnose and repair faults on plumbing systems, plant and equipment.
• Maintain plumbing systems, fixing leaks, unblocking drains and repairing faulty systems
• Support the installation and commissioning of new plumbing equipment and upgrades.
• Ensure minimal disruption to guests and operations when completing works.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all plumbing work complies with current regulations
• Carry out routine safety checks, testing and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, testing and certification.
• Support statutory compliance to national building and water regulations
• Follow safe systems of work, risk assessments and permit-to-work procedures.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and support incident response when required.

Operational Support

• Support operational teams with plumbing requirements for events, entertainment and seasonal attractions.
• Assist with resort and accommodations issues
• Liaise with contractors and oversee plumbing works carried out by third parties.
• Ensure tools, materials and parts are available and stock levels maintained.
• Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance and facilities team.

Guest & Team Experience

• Work in a professional and guest-focused manner when operating in public areas.
• Provide technical advice and support to resort departments.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in all work areas and plant rooms.

Experience & Qualification Requirements

• Proven experience as a qualified plumber in a commercial or multi-site environment.

Strong Fault-finding And Problem-solving Skills.

Knowledge of plumbing systems within hospitality, leisure or similar environments (desirable).

Ability to work independently and prioritise workload.

Good Communication And Teamwork Skills.

Flexible approach to working hours and operational demands.

About Butlin's

Did you know Billy Butlin was the first person to introduce dodgems to the UK? That's right, 'fun' is in our DNA, and we've been delighting guests for almost 90 years. Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they'll say about working at Butlin's is our culture.

As The Home of Entertainment, we pull out all the stops to provide our guests with an 'Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break', from all-action family holidays to adult-only Big Weekenders, brought to life through our three mighty values. So, if you're looking for a role where you can Create Smiles, where you aren't afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Care For Each Other, we think you'll fit right in!