Plumber

Branta Consulting Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Branta Consulting Limited is recruiting an experienced Mobile Maintenance Plumber for an ongoing contract covering Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead and the wider North East region. You will deliver reactive repairs and fault finding, undertake small installation/refurbishment projects, and perform basic water hygiene tasks across commercial estates, retail/office facilities and domestic properties.

The role involves managing work orders on a mobile device and communicating professionally with

Qualifications

• Trade qualified with NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent time-served apprenticeship).
• G3 Unvented Hot Water qualification is advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required and CSCS/JIB Blue or Gold Card holders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive repairs and fault finding, including leak investigations, burst pipes, blockages, valve replacements, and tap/sanitaryware repairs.
• Undertake small works and minor installation packages (washroom refurbishments, hot water cylinder replacements, radiator alterations, pipework mods).
• Complete water hygiene tasks including TMV testing/servicing and temperature monitoring.
• Manage daily work orders via a mobile tablet/PDA, update notes, photograph evidence, and order materials as needed.
• Represent the company on site, communicating with facilities leads, tenants and occupants.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Plumbing & Heating

CSCS / JIB Blue or Gold Card

Job description

We are currently recruiting an experienced Mobile Maintenance Plumber for an ongoing contract role covering Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, and the wider North East region. Working with an established facilities management and property maintenance contractor, you will carry out a varied mix of reactive fault finding, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and small installation/refurbishment projects across commercial estates, retail/office facilities, and domestic properties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive repairs and diagnostic fault finding, including trace-and-access leak investigations, burst pipes, blockages, valve replacements, and tap/sanitaryware repairs.
• Undertake small works and minor installation packages, including washroom refurbishments, unvented/vented hot water cylinder replacements, radiator alterations, and pipework modifications.
• Complete basic water hygiene maintenance tasks, including TMV testing/servicing, temperature monitoring, and minor dead-leg removals.
• Manage daily work orders via a mobile tablet/PDA, updating job notes, taking photographic evidence, and ordering materials where required.
• Represent the company professionally on site, communicating clearly with commercial facilities leads, tenants, and domestic occupants.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Trade Qualified: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent time-served apprenticeship).
• Unvented Hot Water: G3 Unvented Hot Water qualification is advantageous.
• Experience: Proven background covering both domestic plumbing maintenance and commercial building services/facilities repairs.
• Compliance & Licence: Full UK Driving Licence and a valid CSCS / JIB Blue or Gold Card.

Pay & Working Hours

• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (standard daytime hours).
• Payment Model: Weekly pay options available via PAYE, Umbrella, or CIS.
• Overtime: Enhanced overtime rates for optional weekend or out-of-hours call-outs.
• Transport: Company van and fuel card provided for business travel (or approved business mileage arrangements).