Job Description
Job Title: Senior Plumber
Department: Works (Mechanical Services)
Reports to: Building and Services Manager
Location: City Centre (no on-site parking)
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £51,325 per annum
* Hours: 39 hours per week
* Mon–Thurs: 8:00am – 5:00pm
* Fri: 8:00am – 4:00pm
* Contract: Permanent
* Holiday: 25 days + 8 public holidays
* Pension: Generous matched scheme (e.g. 5% employee contribution = 10% employer contribution)
* Additional Benefits:
* Free lunch while on duty
* Private healthcare & dental scheme (post-probation)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Gym membership (subsidised)
* Staff Sports & Social Club
About the Role
We are representing a client seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Plumber to lead and support an in-house mechanical services team. This is a hands-on role, supervising a small team of 3 plumbers, while actively delivering plumbing, gas, and mechanical works across a large and complex estate.
You will take ownership of day-to-day operations, ensuring high standards of service delivery, compliance, and safety, while contributing technical expertise to both maintenance and project work.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, supervise, and support a team of plumbers, ensuring high-quality workmanship and productivity
* Plan and coordinate reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
* Work hands-on across a wide range of systems including:
* Hot and cold-water systems
* Heating and gas systems
* Plant and infrastructure
* Drainage, ventilation, and cooling systems
* Act as the Gas Safe Responsible Person and Deputy Responsible Person for Water Management
* Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, including gas safety and water hygiene
* Oversee and manage external contractors on-site
* Contribute to mechanical design reviews, project delivery, and system improvements
* Support sustainability initiatives to reduce energy use and carbon footprint
* Maintain accurate records and support compliance reporting
* Participate in and help coordinate the out-of-hours rota
* Promote a strong culture of health & safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
About You
Qualifications
* Gas Safe Registered (CCNI, CENI, CKRI, HTRI, METI)
* City & Guilds Level 2+ in Heating & Ventilation (Level 3 desirable)
* Relevant mechanical/plumbing qualification or advanced apprenticeship
Experience
* Proven experience supervising a small team of plumbers or mechanical engineers
* Strong background in maintenance of building services within a commercial or public environment
* Experience with:
* BMS (Building Management Systems)
* Heating, plumbing, drainage, and ventilation systems
* Gas appliances and pressurised systems
* Experience in water management compliance (Responsible Person role desirable)
* Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with contractors
* Experience in heritage or complex estates (advantageous)
Skills
* Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
* Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
* Good IT skills (MS Office)
* Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Additional Information
* This role requires flexibility and participation in an on-call rota
* The role is based in the city centre with no on-site parking available (cycle facilities and public transport options nearby)
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role that remains technically hands-on, working across a diverse and technically challenging estate. You’ll play a key role in maintaining critical infrastructure, driving improvements, and shaping a safe and high-performing working environment.
Apply now to take the next step in your career.