Plumber

ITS Property Maintenance; Wigston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national maintenance contractor is seeking a skilled Plumber for a long-term role at a secure facility near Huntingdon. Responsibilities include carrying out plumbing maintenance, ensuring systems are safe and compliant, and completing inspections. Ideal candidates will have recognized plumbing qualifications, experience in PPM, and must pass security checks. This position offers competitive pay and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining plumbing systems in commercial or public buildings.
• Knowledge of Legionella prevention and building services.
• Willingness to comply with security and site-specific procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned plumbing maintenance and safety checks.
• Inspect, test, and maintain hot and cold water systems.
• Diagnose faults and complete minor repairs to plumbing installations.

Skills

Qualified Plumber

Experience in Planned Preventive Maintenance

Strong customer service skills

Knowledge of water regulations

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or Heating

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Overview

SW-007-PlumbLeci-175

Plumber

£200 - £215 per day

Working for a Maintenance Contractor

Based at one location near Lecicester

Long term temp role

This role will be working in a team of two inside a category C prison

Please be aware that you will be required to undertake a security clearance check which will mean there is a lead time for you to start of around 3/4 weeks

Role details

We are working in partnership with a national maintenance contractor to recruit a skilled Plumber to deliver Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) within a secure facility near Huntingdon. This is a long-term contract opportunity based at a single site within a Category C Prison, where you\'ll carry out plumbing maintenance across accommodation and service areas.

You will be responsible for ensuring that plumbing systems remain safe, functional, and compliant through regular inspections and servicing.

Important considerations

• Due to the nature of the facility, you will need to pass a security and criminal record check
• The facility is a secure unit and therefore personal items (mobile phones) will not be allowed past security checks daily
• There will be a key holder in each team and as a team you will be responsible for the safe movement, use, storage and removal of a work tool chest and required materials to complete set works
• The facility could be challenging environment for some due to its secure nature and security checks, so you must be happy working in and around a secure facility which houses patients and inmates

Key responsibilities

• Carry out planned plumbing maintenance and safety checks in accordance with PPM schedules
• Inspect, test, and maintain hot and cold water systems, including toilets, sinks, showers, and associated pipework
• Diagnose faults, replace components, and complete minor repairs to plumbing installations
• Support the maintenance of heating and domestic water services, including flushing systems and checking TMVs
• Ensure compliance with Legionella control measures and water hygiene standards
• Complete minor multi-trade tasks when necessary (e.g. sealing, making good)
• Work collaboratively with facilities management and on-site estates teams
• Accurately complete job sheets, time records, and compliance documentation

What you need to bring

• Qualified Plumber or Plumbing & Heating Engineer with experience in PPM and facilities maintenance
• Recognised qualifications: City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or Heating
• Experience maintaining plumbing systems in commercial or public buildings
• Knowledge of water regulations, Legionella prevention, and building services
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• CSCS card or equivalent Health & Safety awareness
• Experience in secure, healthcare or educational settings is advantageous
• Willingness to comply with security and site-specific procedures

Next steps

Next step to apply for this Plumber role: As a candidate ideally with similar experience, you will already know the technical specifications of this role, but following your application of interest, you will have the role explained in more detail

ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy

ITS Property Maintenance specialise in working within the social housing sector where we work with: Housing Association, Local Authority, Direct Labour Organisation, Maintenance Contractors, Estates Department, FM Contractors. Providing Maintenance Trades and Labourer

Reference ID: SW-007-PlumbLeci-175