Plumber

Sodexo Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Discounts at brands

Gym offers

EAP

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a skilled Plumber to join the Technical Services team at Northumbria University, Gateshead. The role covers planned, reactive, and compliance maintenance across university accommodation and academic buildings, with on-call duties and site coverage across Newcastle and Gateshead.

You will carry out maintenance on plumbing and mechanical systems, maintain water systems, and support water hygiene programs.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Plumbing & Heating or City & Guilds Level 3 equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in planned and reactive maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with hot and cold-water systems and sanitaryware.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• IT literacy and CAFM/CMMS experience.
• IPAF and PASMA certifications.
• First Aid at Work.
• Experience in universities or large facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance on plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults quickly and effectively.
• Maintain hot and cold-water systems and sanitaryware.
• Respond to leaks, blockages, water outages and breakdowns.
• Support water hygiene and Legionella programmes.
• Update activities in CAFM systems like Maximo.
• Work in occupied student residences and academic facilities.
• Participate in on-call rota for 24/7 operation.
• Support sustainability and water-efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Fault finding

Customer service

IT literacy

Independent working

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 Plumbing & Heating

City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing

Tools

Maximo CAFM

Job description

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Working Hours:

40

Location:

Gateshead

Closing Date:

25/10/2026

Job Category:

Cleaning

Job Introduction

Plumber

Trinity Square Accommodation, Northumbria University, 202 High Street, Gateshead NE8 1AQ.

Flexibility required to cover various sites across Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead

40hrs pw Monday to Friday

Flexibility required for start and finish times which can vary, from 08.00 to 16.30 and 10.00 to 18.30

At Sodexo, we believe that our everyday actions shape brighter futures. We're looking for a skilled and customer-focused Plumber to join our Technical Services team supporting Northumbria University.

This is more than a maintenance role. You'll play a vital part in ensuring thousands of students enjoy safe, comfortable and well-maintained living and learning environments. From student accommodation to academic buildings, your expertise will help keep essential services running smoothly while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

As a Plumber within our Hard FM Services team, you'll be responsible for delivering planned, reactive and compliance-related maintenance activities across the University estate.

If you're a qualified plumber who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys solving problems and wants to be part of a supportive team that values Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on plumbing and mechanical systems
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults quickly and effectively
• Maintain and repair hot and cold-water systems, sanitaryware, pipework, pumps, valves, taps and showers
• Respond to emergency leaks, blockages, water outages and breakdownsSupport water hygiene and Legionella compliance programmes
• Complete plumbing upgrades, replacements and minor installation projects
• Update maintenance activities accurately using CAFM systems such as Maximo
• Work professionally within occupied student residences and academic facilities
• Participate in an on-call rota supporting a 24/7 operation
• Support sustainability and water-efficiency initiatives across the estate

What You Bring:

• NVQ Level 3 Plumbing & Heating, City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience working in a planned and reactive maintenance environment
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills with the ability to resolve issues efficiently
• Experience maintaining hot and cold-water systems, sanitaryware and associated distribution systems
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good IT literacy and experience using CAFM or maintenance management systems
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider facilities management team
• IPAF and PASMA certifications
• First Aid at Work qualification
• Experience working within universities, student accommodation, healthcare, hospitality or large-scale facilities management environments
• Experience supporting refurbishment, lifecycle and minor works projects

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you.

With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.