Plumber

Interaction Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Plumber to join their team in Peterborough on a full-time basis. This role involves installation and maintenance of hot and cold water systems in a commercial/industrial setting. The ideal candidate should have NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing, experience in commercial plumbing, and the ability to read technical drawings. Competitive hourly rates, overtime opportunities, and various perks are offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate – PAYE, not agency

Overtime opportunities

28 days paid holiday

Hand tool allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent formal qualification.
• Proven experience in commercial or industrial plumbing environments.
• Confident reading technical drawings and planning installation routes.
• Good understanding of water regulation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial hot and cold water systems.
• Carry out plumbing tasks in accordance with water authority regulations.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to plan installations.
• Cut, measure, crimp, and install pipework and related systems.
• Support general fitting and installation projects.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard.

Job description

Interaction Engineering

Plumber (Commercial/Industrial)

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and adaptable Plumber to join our team on a full-time basis. Working within a manufacturing facility in Peterborough, you’ll be responsible for a range of plumbing tasks, primarily focused on the installation and maintenance of hot and cold water systems and heating systems in a commercial/industrial setting.

This is a site-based position supporting a high-profile client, with no travel between jobs. You'll be joining a close-knit team and will also assist with general fitting, decommissioning, and mechanical installation work as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial hot and cold water systems
• Carry out plumbing tasks in accordance with water authority regulations
• Read and interpret technical drawings to plan installations
• Cut, measure, crimp, and install pipework and related systems
• Support general fitting and installation projects
• Follow RAMS and safe systems of work at all times
• Provide basic drawings where required using own initiative
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate – PAYE, not agency
• Overtime opportunities
• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Additional holiday entitlement with each year of service
• Hand tool allowance + power tools provided
• Safety bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• All work based on one site – no travel required

About You

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing (or equivalent formal qualification)
• Proven experience in commercial or industrial plumbing environments
• Able to work independently or as part of a small team
• Strong attention to detail and quality of work
• Confident reading technical drawings and planning installation routes
• Able to adapt and assist with general mechanical and fabrication tasks
• Good understanding of water regulation best practices

Preferred (but not essential):

• IPAF 3a/3b and PASMA qualifications (training can be provided)