Plumber - Multi-Skilled

Metropolitan Thames Valley; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the UK is seeking a Shift Maintenance Engineer to maintain high-quality building services. This role involves plumbing and trade repairs while adhering to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in social housing, hold an NVQ2 qualification, and possess a valid UK driving license. Benefits include generous leave, a matched pension scheme, and training support through Wisebox.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

2 volunteering days per year

Enhanced pension with matched contributions up to 9%

Life assurance cover 3× salary

Access to extensive learning and training via Wisebox

Qualifications

• Experience working within social housing or local authority.
• Valid manual UK driving licence and driving experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake plumbing and maintenance work with high quality.
• Conduct work per legislation, minimising property damage.
• Maintain accurate job records and report incidents.
• Assist with training opportunities through Wisebox.

Skills

Experience in social housing

NVQ2 qualification or equivalent

Ceramic tiling skills

Basic carpentry skills

Vinyl floor laying skills

Commitment to safety

Job description

Shift Maintenance Engineer (FMCG) – Training & Unlimited Progression

Salary: £42,000 – £44,000 (base) + OTE £50,000. Location: Aylesbury – playing a key role in a world‑renowned food organisation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake plumbing and other trade repairs and maintenance work, providing high‑quality, ‘right first time’ building services to the business and its customers.
• Conduct work in accordance with current legislation, British Standards, Codes of Practice, safe systems of work and recognised industrial standards, minimising damage to the fabric of the property.
• Work on a rota basis (Monday to Friday), using a company van while holding a valid manual UK driving licence.
• Maintain complete and accurate job records and report any health and safety incidents as per company policy.
• Assist with learning and training opportunities available through the Wisebox platform as part of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience of working within a social housing or local authority environment.
• NVQ2 qualification or equivalent and/or long‑term relevant trade experience.
• Extended skills in ceramic tiling, basic carpentry, vinyl floor laying & decorating welcome.
• Minimum one year of significant driving experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant legislation.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• Annual ‘Beliefs Day’ – one extra day off.
• Enhanced pension with matched contributions up to 9%.
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave per year.
• Life assurance cover 3× your salary.
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Hybrid working where job role permits.
• Health cash plan scheme, plus family add‑on options.
• Tenancy deposit interest‑free loan and season ticket loan.
• Access to extensive learning and training via Wisebox.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively to serve people better every day and support all employees, regardless of gender, ethnicity, LGBTQ+, disability or other protected characteristics. We are a disability‑confident employer and value the unique contributions of every team member.

Disclaimer

This role does not currently offer visa sponsorship.