Commercial Plumber

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Due to a steady and sustainable increase in workload, we’re looking for an experienced Commercial Plumber to join our thriving General Works and Maintenance team. This is your chance to be part of a well-established and growing company, working across a range of sectors including Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Defence and Research.
You'll be servicing clients across East Anglia (including Cambridge, Essex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, and Norfolk), with occasional work in North London, offering variety and flexibility in your daily tasks.
As a Commercial Plumber, you’ll play a key role in the installation of industrial and commercial pipework systems, as well as handling occasional maintenance requirements. You'll represent the company with pride and professionalism while ensuring high-quality workmanship across all projects.
You'll report directly to the General Works Manager. The core working hours are Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4.00pm, with occasional weekend work and overtime as needed. Plus, you'll enjoy excellent overtime rates to reward your hard work!
Overtime Pay:
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Time and a half for the first 12 hours of overtime
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Double time after 12 hours
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Saturdays: Time and a half for the first 6 hours, then double time
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Sundays: Double time
Key Responsibilities:
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Health & Safety: Ensure all health and safety policies, risk assessments, and method statements are followed.
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Project Ownership: Establish requirements for each project and lead the planning and installation of system components.
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Leadership: Supervise small teams, including subcontractors, ensuring smooth coordination and delivery.
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Collaboration: Liaise with other trades, clients, and main contractors to keep things running efficiently.
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Quality Control: Ensure all work meets the highest standards, and deadlines are consistently met.
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On-Call: Join the department’s on-call rota for flexibility and support when needed.
What we’re looking for:
We need someone who can take the initiative, work independently and demonstrate strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, water regulations and Building Regulations. Your experience in the industrial and commercial plumbing sectors will be key to your success in this role.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
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C&G NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating (Level 3 is a bonus!)
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At least 3 years’ experience as a plumber/pipe fitter (with solid experience in industrial/commercial environments)
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Full driving license (A fully expensed company vehicle will be provided for work-related travel)
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CSCS card eligibility (Existing card preferred, but test can be arranged)
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Strong H&S knowledge and ability to work independently
Desirable Skills (but not essential—training can be provided):
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SSTS or SMSTS qualification
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IPAF and PASMA (for access platforms)
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Asbestos Awareness/Management
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First Aid and Fire Marshall certification
What’s in it for you?
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Competitive salary with opportunity for overtime
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Benefits and annual leave aligned with the BESA scheme
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Professional development with training in areas like IPAF, PASMA, First Aid, and more
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A fully expensed company vehicle for work use
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Be part of a close-knit team with an opportunity to make a real impact on high-profile projects
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Generous overtime rates to reward extra hours worked
If you’re an experienced plumber looking to take on exciting and varied projects across East Anglia (and sometimes North London), and enjoy the rewards of competitive pay and overtime, we’d love to hear from you!
We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled
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Location:
CB23, Barton, Cambridgeshire
Salary:
£37,000 - £50,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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