Plumbing Engineer

Metro Rod Newport & Hereford; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Branded company vehicle

Training & development

Life assurance

Company pension

Job summary

Metro Rod Cardiff is seeking a Reactive Plumbing Engineer for a full-time permanent position in Cardiff. The role focuses on plumbing works with reactive drainage support and requires involvement in an on-call rota with overtime paid at 1.5x the standard rate.

You will join a team within a trusted network, with salary in the £33,000–£38,000 range plus benefits and ongoing training. A full UK driving license and customer service focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven plumbing experience required.
• Full UK driving license essential.
• Willingness to learn drainage services and develop specialist skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing works with a focus on reactive drainage support.
• Assist with drainage call-outs and blockages as part of daily tasks.
• Be part of an on-call rota with overtime paid at 1.5x rate.

Skills

Proven plumbing experience

Full UK driving license

Customer service skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn drainage services

On-call rota availability

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Full time permanent
Salary £33,000 - £38,000 + on-call, overtime & benefits Metro Rod work with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Reactive Plumbing Engineer

Metro Rod Cardiff

Full time permanent
Salary £33,000 - £38,000 + on-call, overtime & benefits Metro Rod work with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.

Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a plumbing-focused engineer who is flexible, eager to learn, and interested in developing additional specialist skills within the drainage and leak detection industry.

The successful candidate will primarily carry out plumbing works but will also be expected to support reactive drainage call-outs, blockage clearances, and related works as part of a varied day-to-day role.

This role also forms part of an on-call rota, with overtime paid at 1.5x standard hourly rate.

There will be opportunities for further training and progression into specialist leak detection services.

What skills & experience are we looking for?

We are looking for a competent Plumbing Engineer who is used to reactive work. Ideally we require an NVQ Level 2 however are open to someone with time-served experience as an alternative.

Essential

• Proven plumbing experience
• Full UK driving license
• Strong customer service skills
• Problem solving skills
• Positive and proactive approach to work and customer service
• Willingness and interest in learning drainage services
• Able to participate in an on-call rota system
  

What will you get in return?

• Competitive pay package
• Overtime paid at 1.5x rate
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to gain specialist leak detection skills
• Branded company vehicle
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance & Company Pension
  

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.