Plumber

Howells Solutions Limited

Remote-friendly

Role: Plumber

Location: South Dartford and surrounding areas

Salary: £38,000 - £38,325 per annum + Company Van & Fuel Card



Role Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Plumber to join a well-established maintenance team, carrying out reactive and planned plumbing repairs within occupied social housing properties across South Dartford and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Plumber who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. Working across a portfolio of domestic properties, you'll play an important role in ensuring residents' homes are safe, well-maintained and plumbing issues are resolved efficiently.

The role is field-based, covering South Dartford and nearby areas, so you'll need to be comfortable travelling between properties throughout the working day.



The Role

As a Plumber, you'll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of plumbing repairs and maintenance works within occupied and void social housing properties. You'll work independently whilst being part of a supportive and established maintenance team.

Typical duties will include:

  • Diagnosing and repairing plumbing faults and leaks

  • Repairing and replacing taps, valves, toilets, sinks and sanitaryware

  • Carrying out repairs to baths, showers and associated fittings

  • Unblocking sinks, toilets and waste pipes

  • Repairing and replacing pipework where required

  • Carrying out repairs to hot and cold-water systems

  • Replacing faulty plumbing components and fittings

  • Completing general maintenance and making-good works

  • Carrying out minor multi-trade tasks where required

  • Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently and safely

  • Maintaining excellent customer service when working in residents' homes

  • Using a PDA or job management system to receive and update works completed



What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is reliable, customer-focused and takes pride in the quality of their work.

You will have:

  • Previous experience working as a Plumber within social housing, maintenance or repairs environments

  • Strong knowledge of domestic plumbing systems

  • Experience carrying out reactive repairs within occupied properties

  • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • A professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with residents

  • Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads



Essential Requirements

  • Full UK Driving Licence

  • Proven experience working as a Plumber or Plumbing Multi-Trader

  • Ability to travel across South Dartford and surrounding areas

  • Comfortable using handheld devices or PDAs

  • Eligible to work in the UK (proof required)

  • DBS check (or willingness to undertake one if required)



Benefits

  • £38,000 - £38,325 salary depending on experience

  • Company van & fuel card

  • Consistent, long-term work

  • Supportive and established maintenance team

  • Varied workload across residential properties

  • Opportunities for training and career development

  • Stable, permanent position with ongoing work

  • Holiday entitlement and company benefits package

If you're an experienced Plumber looking for a long-term opportunity where your skills will make a real difference to residents' homes, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Sommer on (phone number removed).

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