Plumber (4 on 4 off)

Plumber (4 on 4 off)


Company
in Sheffield
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£30k–£40k a year
Via
via Talents By StudySmarter

Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Plumber to join our repairs team in this new position. In this role, you will deliver a wide range of plumbing repairs for both tenanted and vacant properties, ensuring a customer service‑oriented approach to repair and maintenance. Your service area will encompass the greater Sheffield region, which includes Penistone, Barnsley, Rotherham, and Sheffield.

Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non‑profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.

Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link -

Please be aware that this role is working 4 days on 4 days off – working 12 hours (Monday to Friday) and working 7.5 hours (Saturday and Sunday).
Requirements

Outline of Key responsibilities of the Plumber… Perform plumbing repairs in tenanted and vacant properties according to job tickets and specifications while adhering to regulations and best practices. Adopt a "Right First Time" approach, aiming to complete repairs in one visit with high‑quality workmanship. Organise work efficiently to minimise downtime, and communicate any workload issues for reallocation as needed. Be available for overtime and participate in a stand‑by or call‑out rota as arranged with management. Use initiative to diagnose and address repairs that may differ from the original job request, seeking approval for unexpected costs or extended timeframes. Maintain high standards of workmanship aligned with service specifications and safety procedures while collaborating with the team for efficiency. use of time, materials and resources etc. We are looking for someone who has… Full UK Manual driving licence Relevant Plumbing certification: City and Guilds Craft Certificate in Plumbing or equivalent (NVQ Level 2) Competent experience in all areas typically required of a qualified Plumber and related building disciplines. Proven experience in a customer service setting Experience in optimising the number of repairs finished and ensuring multiple repairs are completed in a single visit.
Benefits

In return, we are offering the successful candidate… Starting salary of £35,377 per annum Please note that this role follows a 4 days on, 4 days off schedule with van share. 11 hour working days from (Monday to Friday 8am‑8pm and 1 hour break) and 7.5 hour working days on (Saturday and Sunday 9am‑5pm and 30 min break). Annual leave equivalent to 27 days (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holiday supplement. You will share a fully equipped van with another employee of the same trade, and it will be your responsibility to hand over your vehicle at the end of your four day shift. Attractive pension schemes – Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) To explore the full range of our award‑winning benefits, please click on the link and ensure that you review all that we have to offer – Employee Benefits Link

THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

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Salary: GBP 30000 - 40000 per year

Experience: 3 years required

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