Plumber

Annual salary: up to £36,491.65
Plumber
Location: Peterborough
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary up to £36,491.65 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card
42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)
About the role:
We’re looking for an experienced and dependable Plumber to join our expanding team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Peterborough. This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of plumbing repairs and maintenance tasks in occupied social housing properties.
From fixing leaks and replacing taps to diagnosing more complex issues with heating systems or drainage, you’ll be the go-to expert for keeping homes safe, functional, and comfortable. You’ll be working directly with residents, so a professional approach and strong customer service skills are essential.
With a steady flow of work and a commitment to improving housing standards, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the community. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, solves problems efficiently, and gets the job done right the first time.
Duties:
Carry out responsive plumbing repairs in occupied properties
Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages, and drainage issues
Replace taps, toilets, cisterns, basins, and other sanitary ware
Repair or replace pipework, valves, and fittings
Investigate and resolve issues with hot water systems and radiators
Ensure all work complies with current plumbing regulations and health and safety standards
Record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
Remove, repair, or replace bath panels as part of routine plumbing maintenance or to access pipework for leak detection and repair, ensuring panels are securely refitted and finished to a professional standard
Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
Work respectfully in residents’ homes, maintaining a clean and safe environment
Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues
Participate in the out-of-hours emergency rota when required
Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
Provided high levels of customer care at all times
Role Criteria:
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
Willingness to participate in out-of-hours emergency rota
Benefits we can offer you.
Company Sick Pay
Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
Company pension scheme with Pensions people
5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
Commercial vehicle and fuel card
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
Cycle to Work Scheme
Share save scheme
Recognition and long service awards
Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
Occupational health support
Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups focused on diversity, wellbeing and career development. From Disability, Pride (LGBTQ+) and Ethnic Diversity networks to Women in Leadership, the Women Operative Support Group, Women's Health, Men's Mental Health and Armed Forces communities, these groups provide opportunities for support, connection and professional development across our diverse workforce.
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Francesca Swan (francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.