Plumber

Edinburgh Leisure; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Paid sick leave

Pension scheme

Training & development

Free gym membership

Cycle to work

Discounts

Job summary

Edinburgh Leisure is seeking an experienced Advanced Plumber to maintain and repair plumbing, heating and water systems across our venues in Edinburgh, including Leith-based sites. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults and ensure buildings remain safe and compliant.

The role requires SVQ/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating, an apprenticeship, and driving licence. A self‑motivated, safety‑mocused professional with CAFM experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• Proven plumbing and heating qualifications with an apprenticeship completed.
• Experience across plumbing, heating, drainage and sanitation systems.
• Ability to work independently and safely in a facilities environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across plumbing, heating, water, drainage and sanitation systems.
• Inspect systems, diagnose faults and identify recurring issues to improve reliability.
• Manage tools, materials, spare parts and stock, keeping equipment safe and serviceable.
• Work safely by following risk assessments, safe systems of work, PPE requirements.
• Work with colleagues and contractors, escalating complex issues when specialist support is needed.
• Update and close work orders in the CAFM system with accurate records.

Skills

Independent working

Driving licence

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Digital systems experience

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating

Registered apprenticeship

Blue CSCS (Desirable)

PASMA (Desirable)

IPAF (Desirable)

Tools

CAFM systems

MS Excel

MS Word

Email

Job description

Advanced Plumber JD

Salary - £33,651 per annum (£18.10 per hour)

Hours - Full-time, 35.75 hours a week (Monday to Friday)

Contract - Permanent

Location - Carron Place, Leith, Edinburgh

With over 30 venues, including 12 swimming pools, there is always plenty of varied work for our plumbers. We are looking for an experienced and reliable plumber to maintain plumbing, heating, water and drainage systems across our facilities. You will complete planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults and help keep our buildings safe, compliant and running smoothly.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete planned, preventative and reactive maintenance, servicing and repairs across plumbing, heating, water, drainage and sanitation systems.
• Inspect systems, diagnose faults and identify recurring issues to improve reliability and reduce disruption.
• Manage tools, materials, spare parts and stock, keeping equipment safe and serviceable.
• Work safely by following risk assessments, safe systems of work, relevant legislation and PPE requirements.
• Work effectively with colleagues, contractors and other trades, escalating complex or high‑risk issues when specialist support is needed.
• Accept, update and close work orders in the CAFM system, maintaining accurate records of completed work.

What You’ll Bring:

• SVQ/NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating, together with a completed registered apprenticeship and practical plumbing installation training.
• At least two years’ post‑apprenticeship experience working independently across plumbing, heating, drainage, sanitation and welfare systems.
• Experience with heating and water systems in sports facilities or swimming pool environments would be an advantage.
• A full driving licence, as the role involves travelling between our venues in a company vehicle.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands and make safe, practical decisions while minimising disruption to customers and staff.
• Experience using digital systems and standard software, including CAFM systems, email, Word and Excel.
• Desirable: Blue CSCS, PASMA, IPAF, confined spaces, asbestos awareness, ladder inspection, first aid, welding or Gas Safe qualifications.

What We Offer:

• Generous holiday allowance (32 days, rising with service up to 40 days)
• Paid sick leave
• Company pension (with employee contributions matched up to 12%)
• Opportunities for training, career growth and development
• Free membership across all our centres with access to fitness classes, gyms, and swimming pools
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Access to discounts with a huge number of retailers (saving money in cinemas, restaurants, clothing, and electronics shops, on insurance and healthcare and much more)

Closing Date - Sunday, 1st of November

Assessment Date - Monday, 9th of November

Assessment Location - Carron Place, Leith, Edinburgh

We are proud members of the Disability Confident Scheme. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will offer support with reasonable adjustments where required. We are committed to offering an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Registered Scottish Charity No: SC027450