Plumber / Maintenance Engineer

CBRE; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the East Midlands is seeking a skilled Plumber responsible for maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing systems. Candidates should have a Journeyman level plumbing certification and experience with water and medical gas systems. The role involves performing inspections, responding to emergencies, and training other staff. Competitive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of job-related experience.
• Combination of experience and education in lieu of a diploma.
• Medical Gas certification and Backflow certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and install plumbing systems.
• Perform plumbing safety inspections.
• Respond to emergencies and follow HSE policies.

Skills

Plumbing expertise

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Judgment skills

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma

Plumbing certification at the Journeyman level

Job description

Job ID 237052

Posted 05-Sep-2025

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Leicester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

About the Role

As a CBRE Plumber, you will be responsible for general preventive maintenance, repair, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of plumbing, mechanical and distribution systems throughout a facility.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Repair, install, replace, test, and troubleshoot the water and medical gas supply and distribution system.
• Install new water systems, piping, and fixtures by blueprints, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure waste and vent lines are in good operating condition using a plumber’s snake, vacuum plunger, or jet washer.
• Assist other staff members or contractors on projects or equipment installations.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections on backflow devices.
• Provide training to other staff members so they can perform light plumbing maintenance and repair.
• Perform general maintenance and building systems operational duties as assigned or directed.
• Respond to emergency situations, summoning extra help as needed.
• Follow all activity policies and procedures, always including all HSE-related requirements.
• Complete all HSE programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions that could result in an accident or injury to management.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Plumbing certification at the Journeyman level required. Medical Gas certification and Backflow certification preferred. Valid Driver’s License required. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.