Plumber

Lambeth Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in London is seeking a skilled Plumber to join their Community Works team. You will be responsible for plumbing repairs and installations within public housing environments, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Applicants should have experience in plumbing, ideally within the public sector, and an NVQ Level 2 in plumbing is preferred. The role offers a salary starting from £40,404 per annum and promotes an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting from 27 days

Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Sick Pay

Discounts at local restaurants and gyms

Learning and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector environment preferred.
• Experience in minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks is desirable.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations.
• Undertake minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks.
• Deliver work to a high standard, on time and safely.

Skills

Proven experience in plumbing repairs and maintenance

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent

Job description

Plumber

SO1: Starting salary £40,404 per annum incl LW

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.’ To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London’s largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese‑speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world‑renowned institutions such as St Thomas’s Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

Community Works is Lambeth’s in‑house repairs team, delivering high quality communal and estate‑based repairs across the borough. Our operatives work closely with supervisors, surveyors, and schedulers to provide a responsive and efficient service for our residents. The plumbing team focuses on repairs and maintenance to communal and estate‑based plumbing systems; while also carrying out related tasks associated with plumbing, such as minor brickwork or groundwork where required to complete the job.

About the Role:

As a Plumber within Community Works, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations, as well as undertaking minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks where required. You will work across communal areas and estates, delivering work to a high standard, on time, and in line with health and safety requirements. Your flexibility to take on multiple trade tasks will help reduce reliance on contractors and ensure residents receive a seamless service.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

• Proven experience in plumbing repairs and maintenance, ideally within a housing or public sector environment.
• Experience in minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks (desirable).
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality repairs.
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ideally, you will hold an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in plumbing; however, applicants with significant relevant experience will also be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from Lambeth residents.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description & Person Specification

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Smith [e-mail] and Omar McDermott [e-mail]

How to Apply:

If you’re interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an ‘A’ at shortlist stage.

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 23 November 2025.

Benefits:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi‑Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women’s.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid Working.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
• Discounts at local restaurants.
• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
• Trade Union Membership.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.