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Sherwoods (SW) Ltd; Highweek; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

29 days holiday

Birthday day off

Simply Health cash plan

Overtime available

Enhanced maternity, adoption and par

Job summary

Sherwoods is recruiting a Commercial Plumber to join our expanding team in the Newton Abbot area. You’ll deliver planned and reactive commercial plumbing work on client sites, with realistic schedules and a focus on safety and compliance.

We offer a long-term career path, clear progression from within, and a package that includes a company van, fuel card, and 29 days holiday. You’ll need NVQ Plumbing, a valid UK driving licence, and be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent).
• Experience in a commercial or maintenance environment.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive commercial plumbing maintenance across client sites
• Fault finding, repairs, and minor installation works
• Working to a realistic, pre-planned schedule
• Completing work safely and in line with regulations

Skills

Commercial plumbing experience

Experience in maintenance

DBS check willingness

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Description

Build a long-term career — not just your next jobWe’re expanding our commercial plumbing team across the South West due to growth on long-term contracts and we are now recruiting for a Commercial Plumber to be based in the Newton Abbot area. Before we get into the day-to-day, here’s what really matters:

Career progression — the real kind

At Sherwoods, progression isn’t rushed and it isn’t based on empty promises.Several members of our senior leadership team started with us as apprentices. They learned the trade properly, proved themselves over time, and progressed because they were ready — not because of a job title being dangled in front of them.That’s exactly how we still do things today.We won’t promise you a supervisor role in three months.What we will offer is:A stable, growing businessClear opportunities as the company expandsSupport, training, and trust as you developA long-term career path if you want oneIf you’re good at what you do, committed, and want to grow, we’ll back you.

Why this role is different

This is a role for commercial plumbers who want to settle in and build something, not hop between short-term jobs.Planned work with realistic schedulesTrusted to manage your day once on siteNo micromanagement, no unnecessary pressureA business that hires ahead of demand, not after people burn out

What you’ll be doing

• Planned and reactive commercial plumbing maintenance across client sites
• Fault finding, repairs, and minor installation works
• Working to a realistic, pre-planned schedule
• Completing work safely and in line with regulations

What you’ll need

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent)
• Experience in a commercial or maintenance environment
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check

What you’ll get

• Salary up to £38,000, depending on experience
• Realistic earnings nearer £45,000 when door-to-door travel time, on-call and overtime is included
• Company van + fuel card
• Overtime available (never forced)
• 29 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• A paid day off for your birthday
• Simply Health cash plan
• Comprehensive discounts platform and benefits portal
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday purchase scheme

Why Sherwoods?

We’re a family-run business with over 50 years of doing things properly. We plan ahead, invest in our people, and promote from within wherever possible. If you want a role where you can do good work, develop properly, and progress over time, you’ll fit right in here.

Salary35000 - 38000 GBP (yearly)