Job description
Multi-Skilled Plumber (Permanent)
Covering Maidenhead & Reading (3 Sites) | Company Van Provided
Our client, a highly respected SEN Trust supporting children and young people aged 2–19 years, is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Plumber to join their Estates team on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled plumbing professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality maintenance services and wants to make a meaningful difference within an educational environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will take ownership of delivering high-quality plumbing and mechanical maintenance services across the Trust’s three sites (one in Maidenhead and two in Reading). Acting as the Trust’s subject matter expert for all plumbing-related matters, you will be responsible for ensuring plumbing systems are maintained safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with relevant regulations.
The role will involve a mix of planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs, supporting the smooth operation of specialist facilities including hydrotherapy and splash pools.
Key Responsibilities
• Carry out planned and reactive plumbing maintenance across all sites.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs to plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Maintain, service and repair pipework, sanitary ware, water heaters, valves and associated equipment.
• Support compliance activities, inspections and remedial works.
• Assist with upgrades, installations and improvement projects.
• Ensure specialist facilities, including hydrotherapy and splash pools, remain fully operational and compliant.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work to a high standard.
• Liaise effectively with site teams, contractors and the Estates Manager.
About You
To be considered, you will need:
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing and Domestic Heating (or equivalent), or be time-served.
• Proven experience maintaining and repairing plumbing systems within a commercial environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites.
Working Hours
• 37 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• 08:30am – 5:00pm
Salary & Benefits
• £34,000 - £36,400 per annum
• Annual salary review every April
• Further pay increase planned this year
• Company van provided
• 29 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Subsidised lunches
• Private healthcare
• Excellent pension and employee benefits package
• Stable, long-term permanent position within a supportive organisation
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Check prior to commencing employment.