Plumber x2 (Empty Homes)

Incommunities; Bradford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social Housing Pension Scheme with up‑

28 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing and employee perks site

Job summary

Incommunities, a social housing landlord based in Bradford, is seeking an experienced Plumber to deliver high-quality repair and maintenance services across tenanted and void properties. You will act as the on-site point of contact, assess repair needs, and ensure works are completed safely and to standard.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 in plumbing (or equivalent), a full UK driving licence, and DBS clearance as part of pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with guttering, removing pipe boxing and tiling.
• Experience in site work, refurbishments, drainage and maintenance tasks.
• Have a full set of tools.
• Able to communicate professionally at all levels.
• Honest, courteous, punctual and reliable.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship not available.
• DBS check required in pre-employment process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality repair, plumbing and maintenance services across tenanted and void properties.
• Act as first on-site contact, assess repair needs and escalate when needed.
• Work safely and compliantly with health and safety policies.
• Guide trainees and craft workers to promote best practices and safety.
• Contribute to service efficiency by working across districts and documenting work.

Skills

Plumbing expertise

Communication skills

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

DBS clearance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing

Job description

Join us in shaping better homes and stronger communities. We're seeking an experienced Plumber to join our team, delivering a customer focused service across customers homes. If you've recently applied and interviewed, you need not re-apply.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people. Last year we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we've worked with colleagues and customers to find out what's important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who'll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Deliver high-quality repair, plumbing and maintenance services across tenanted and void properties to maintain safe, functional homes and high customer satisfaction
• Act as the first point of contact on site, assessing repair needs, exercising trade judgement and ensuring works are completed or escalated appropriately
• Operate safely and compliantly at all times, adhering to Health and Safety legislation, statutory regulations and internal safety policies to protect residents, colleagues and the organisation
• Support service continuity and workforce capability by guiding trainees and craft workers, promoting strong working practices and safe standards
• Contribute to service efficiency and organisational growth by working flexibly across districts, supporting external contracts and maintaining accurate documentation and asset accountability

Qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent qualification.
• Must be experienced in the use of such tools, plant equipment and materials as are applicable in his/her specialism and the general activities of the construction industry.
• Have relevant experience in plumbing maintenance works including guttering, remove pipe boxing and tiling.
• Experience in site work, refurbishments, day to day maintenance work, soil, vent & underground drainage, lead flashings.
• Have a full set of tools.
• Ability to carry out the allocated tasks to the highest level of skill in the appropriate specialism.
• Honest, courteous, diligent, punctual.
• Ability to communicate at all levels in a professional and courteous manner.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and demonstrate a competence to drive a large vehicle (van)
• Right to work in the UK, visa sponsorship is not available.
• A basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process - Criminal Conviction Checks

Salary

Salary of £38,160 per year (37 hours per week)

Benefits / perks

• Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employers contribution
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Training, development, and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Workplace culture

We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences-because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger .

Based in Bradford , a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities .

As a social housing provider, we're passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives .

Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way .

We're proud to be a Mindful Employer , committed to mental health and wellbeing.

We also hold the 'Committed' Menopause Friendly Accreditation , recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.