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.