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Maintenance Plumber - Social Housing

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Leicester, Leicestershire LE5 4AA

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • Hays is seeking a skilled Maintenance Plumber for a permanent role in Leicester, starting as soon as possible.
  • The position involves carrying out plumbing maintenance tasks in social housing properties across Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of Level 2 NVQ and relevant experience, along with a full UK driving licence.
  • The salary is competitive, and the role offers benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and a 20% combined pension contribution.
  • The working hours are full-time, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 37 hours per week.

Your new role

Hays are seeking a skilled Maintenance Plumber on behalf of our client, to join the Leicester team on a permanent contract, starting as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out response plumbing maintenance tasks within social housing properties across the Leicestershire and Northamptonshire region.

Hours: Full-time, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 37 hours per week

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Complete response plumbing tasks and repairs to a high standard.
  • Address household issues such as leaks, bathroom fittings.
  • Liaise with the Customer Care team to provide the best assistance for each customer.
  • Deliver excellent customer service.
  • Travel to different sites according to your rota, with quarterly sector reviews to ensure efficiency.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Qualified Plumber with relevant experience and a minimum Level 2 NVQ.
  • Proficiency with smartphones/tablets is desirable.
  • Must hold a full UK driving licence.
  • Demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills.

Personal Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to adapt to organisational changes.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • The ability to use initiative, both independently and as part of a team, to complete tasks assigned by the Line Manager.
  • Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
  • Adaptable, conscientious, and a good team player.
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality service.

What you'll get in return

  • 25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days twice a year.
  • Company van and fuel card, with the option to request an electric van.
  • Company mobile phone and iPad for work use.
  • Private medical care, including a cash-free basic plan.
  • Generous pension contributions of 20% combined.

What you need to do nextPlease note we pay via Umbrella/ PAYE, we do not pay CIS. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.