Remedial Plumber – Leeds

Remedial Plumber – Leeds


Company
Fern Recruitment Limited
Location
Leeds
Salary
£34k–£36k a year
Posted
18 days ago
Via
via CV-Library

Job Description
Remedial Plumber – Leeds

£34000-£36000 + Van + Benefits + Overtime

Specialist Building Services Consultancy who provide a host of services, are currently looking for 2x Remedial Plumbers to join their compliance team and cover projects around the North and North-East of the UK. Some sites may take you out of this region, but this would be infrequent.

To apply for the Remedial Plumber role, the successful candidate will come with the following background.
• 5+ years post qualification experience working as a Remedial Plumber or Maintenance Plumber carrying out PPM, reactive and where needed upgrades/small installs.
• Have a stable career track record demonstrating longevity and commitment to all client contracts that they work on.
• Be experienced working on commercial sites including offices, health care, education and retail.
• Be Level 2 NVQ in Plumbing as a minimum.
• Full driving license and be DBS checked (enhanced preferred).
• Basic knowledge of legionella compliance would be beneficial, but training is provided.

The Remedial Plumber will work on a range of sites, will where possible be given regional work and will carry out duties including – PPM, deadleg removals and capping, stabbing points, TMV install/servicing, pipe refits/existing modifications, routine water hygiene monitoring and testing.

Working to a 40-hour week, our client offers optional overtime, excellent opportunities to pick up new training and additional qualifications. With a company vehicle, fuel card and expenses card, for more information, please email Nick Lewis with a copy of your CV

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Q What is the National Living Wage rate for plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of April 2026. Plumbers must receive at least this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the rate. Employers in the construction sector are required to keep records for 3 years.
Q What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
The UK government requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5314 whichever is higher for a Skilled Worker visa in 2026. Plumbers must have a job offer from a licensed sponsor and a certificate of sponsorship issued no more than 3 months before the application. The visa allows stays up to 5 years initially.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to work as a plumber in the United Kingdom?
GOV.UK requires plumbers to hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent plus 2 years of relevant experience for most roles. Applicants must also complete the Construction Skills Certification Scheme card before starting work on sites. No formal degree is needed but Gas Safe registration is mandatory for gas-related tasks.
Q What documents are needed to apply for plumber jobs through the UK government portal in 2026?
Applicants must submit a CV, proof of NVQ qualifications, CSCS card, and right to work documents via the Find a Job service on GOV.UK. References from previous employers covering the last 2 years and a valid passport are also required for shortlisted candidates. Applications are processed within 10 working days for most listings.
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