Plumber

Borough of Lambeth; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a skilled Plumber to join their Community Works team. The ideal candidate will perform a range of plumbing repairs and installations while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Experience in plumbing within a housing or public sector environment is essential. This position offers a salary of £40,404 per annum and welcomes applications from Lambeth residents. Additional benefits and support for diverse applicants are also provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks is desirable.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety standards and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations.
• Undertake minor groundwork and bricklaying tasks.
• Work across communal areas and estates to deliver high-quality repairs.

Skills

Proven experience in plumbing repairs and maintenance

Good communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Education

NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent

Job description

Plumber

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

About Us

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.

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.”

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.

Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

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.

Qualifications

• 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. 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.

EEO Statement

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, here.

Recruitment Timelines

Closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 25 January 2026.

Benefits

Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits. We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.