Plumber / Plumbing Engineer

AWD online; City Of London; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A facility management company is looking for an experienced Plumber / Plumbing Engineer to join their Estates and Facilities team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining plumbing systems in various locations across London. This full-time position requires strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the capability to work both independently and as part of a team. A Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing is essential, along with experience in installation and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of plumbing installation, maintenance and fault finding.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair water, heating and drainage systems.
• Diagnose faults and identify and fix issues promptly.
• Calculate time and materials required for each project.
• Ensure compliance with plumbing regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other trades.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Accurately log materials used and purchased.
• Respond to emergency call-outs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing or equivalent qualification

Job description

Plumber / Plumbing Engineer

A great opportunity for an experienced Plumber / Plumbing Engineer to join a friendly Estates and Facilities team maintaining and repairing plumbing systems for a range of buildings and supported housing environments across multiple sites in Croydon, Lewisham, Lambeth and Southwark.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Maintenance Technician, Pipefitter, Facilities Operative, Handyperson, Building Services Engineer.

Salary: £38,640 per annum

Location: Work across various sites in Lewisham, Croydon, Lambeth, and Southwark

Job type: Full‑Time, Permanent

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Plumber / Plumbing Engineer with experience in installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems including water, heating and drainage. As a Plumber / Plumbing Engineer you will be part of a collaborative maintenance team, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard while following health and safety guidelines.

The Plumber / Plumbing Engineer role requires someone with strong problem‑solving abilities, excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to working both independently and as part of a wider team.

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Ready to make your next career move? Apply now for our Recruitment Team to review.

Duties

• Install, maintain and repair water, heating and drainage systems including pipes, valves, drains and fixtures.
• Diagnose faults and identify and fix issues promptly and effectively.
• Plan and measure: calculate time and materials required for each project with your Line Manager.
• Ensure compliance with current plumbing regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues, building managers and other trades as needed.
• Maintain standards: keep all work areas clean and safe, protecting fixtures and furniture.
• Record keeping: accurately log materials used and purchased.
• Travel: support other sites as required and respond to emergency call‑outs.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience of plumbing installation, maintenance and fault finding.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Heating.
• Experience in gas engineering or heating systems maintenance.

This role requires a DBS check.

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

Job Ref: AWDO-P14062