Full job descriptionConfidential Vacancy - Reactive Maintenance Plumber (Social Housing)Location: SunderlandContract:
Temporary - up to 2 months (with potential extension)
Hours: Full-time
Rate: £20.79 per hour
Sector: Social Housing / Property Maintenance
A well-established social housing provider is seeking a Reactive Maintenance Plumber to join its team on a temporary basis. This role is being advertised on a confidential basis due to operational requirements.
The Role
You will carry out responsive and planned plumbing maintenance across occupied social housing properties, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role will suit a competent plumber with strong reactive maintenance experience and some water hygiene/legionella awareness.
Key Responsibilities
*Delivering reactive plumbing repairs in occupied social housing properties.
*Working on hot and cold-water systems, pipework, fittings, and associated components.
*Carrying out installations, repairs, and replacements including:*Taps, toilets, baths, and showers
*Valves, outlets, and pipework
*Minor plumbing renewals

*Supporting water hygiene and legionella control activities, including flushing, inspections, basic monitoring, and remedial tasks (training can be provided where required).
*Completing minor building works associated with plumbing repairs.
*Accurately recording work via handheld devices and job management systems.
*Delivering a professional, customer-focused service to tenants at all times.

Essential Requirements
*NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent)
*Proven experience in reactive maintenance within social housing or domestic settings
*Full UK driving licence (clean preferred)
*Basic DBS clearance - must be in place by start date
*Ability to work independently and manage a mobile workload
*Strong knowledge of health & safety and safe working practices

Desirable
*Experience or awareness of water hygiene / legionella processes
*Familiarity with HSG274 / ACOP L8 guidance
*Previous experience working in occupied properties

What’s on Offer
*Competitive hourly rate of £20.79
*Opportunity to work with a reputable housing organisation
*Potential for contract extension subject to performance and service need
*Immediate or short-notice start available

How to Apply
This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. Early applications are encouraged.All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
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