Job Description
Qualified Plumber? Join a Team That Invests in Your Future
Develop your plumbing career, gain specialist water hygiene expertise, and make a real difference in homes across Plymouth.
About the role
Are you an experienced plumber looking to take the next step in your career?
At Plymouth Community Homes, we're investing in our people and growing our specialist Water Hygiene team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative Plumber who wants to broaden their expertise, develop valuable water hygiene knowledge, and enjoy the security and benefits of working for one of Plymouth's largest employers.
No two days are the same. You'll combine your plumbing expertise with specialist water hygiene activities, helping to ensure our residents' homes remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out plumbing repairs, maintenance, and fault-finding in residents' homes.
- Completing Legionella risk assessments and water hygiene inspections.
- Undertaking remedial works identified through water hygiene programmes.
- Disinfecting and maintaining domestic water systems.
- Diagnosing faults quickly and delivering high-quality repairs right first time.
- Maintaining van stock and materials to maximise first-time fix rates.
- Working safely and professionally in occupied homes.
- Providing excellent customer service and keeping residents informed throughout works.
This is an ideal role for a plumber who enjoys variety, takes pride in their workmanship, and wants to develop specialist skills within a supportive and growing team.
Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:
We're looking for someone who:
Holds a recognised Plumbing Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing, or equivalent qualification.
Has proven experience carrying out domestic plumbing repairs and maintenance.
Has a solid understanding of Water Regulations.
Takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
Can work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment.
Has strong problem-solving skills and can confidently diagnose plumbing faults.
Understands the importance of health and safety when working in customers' homes.
Holds a full UK driving licence.
Experience within water hygiene or Legionella control is desirable, but we're also interested in hearing from skilled plumbers looking to develop in this specialist area.
About Plymouth Community Homes
We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.
With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary.
- Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days, plus Bank Holidays.
- Holiday trading scheme.
- Fully equipped on-site gym and changing facilities.
- Company technology and smart devices to support modern working.
- Employee Assistance Programme, including free counselling support.
- Annual flu vaccination.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Three paid volunteering days each year through our Make a Difference programme.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Stable, secure employment with one of Plymouth's most respected employers.
To Apply:
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity please select apply, complete our form and upload your CV, making reference to the person specification to demonstrate how you consider that your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the job.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Paul Crook, Gas & Plumbing Operations Manager on 07702 512228.
This post is not suitable for job share.
Shortlisting Date: 8th December 2026
Interview Date: 15th December 2026
If you are an apprentice, please ensure that you make the Learning & Development team aware that you intend to apply for this position.
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.