Plumber - Commercial

Plumber - Commercial

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Company
LES Mechanical LTD
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£24 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Self-Employed Plumber Required

We are looking for skilled self-employed plumber. Someone who is used to and very experienced in commercial work, domestic plumbers please do not apply. Someone who is highly motivated and keen. A good problem solver, also don’t mind working on there own or within a team. Good timekeeping is a must. And someone who doesn’t have days off. For the right candidate there will plenty of work to follow. Rate to start is £24

Duties will include:
• Soldering
• Drainage work (up to 4 inch)
• 1st & 2nd fix on toilet blocks
• Can read drawings
• Water heaters

Requirements:
• Must have own tools and power drills
• Must be able to drive
• Proven plumbing experience
• Must have a valid cscs card

Contract details:
• 2-3 month contract- possibly longer
• 44 hours per week
• Start date: Monday 20th July
• Direct contract – not an agency

Please only apply if you are available to start from 20th July (Monday)

I am also looking for a Pipefitter for a job in Coventry…

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: From £24.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:
• Plumbing: 8 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
• Level 2/3 plumbing (required)

Location:
• Birmingham, West Midlands (preferred)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United Kingdom

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for plumber jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over in plumber roles is £12.21 per hour from 6 April 2026. Plumbers working overtime must receive at least 1.5 times this rate under standard employment contracts. This applies to all employed plumbers regardless of experience level.
Q What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa in UK plumber jobs in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the Skilled Worker visa salary threshold for plumber positions is £38,700 per year or the going rate of £15.88 per hour for SOC code 5314 from January 2026. New entrants under 26 years old qualify at 70% of this threshold equalling £27,090 annually. The visa requires a job offer from a licensed sponsor lasting at least 3 months.
Q What qualifications are required to work as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, plumbers must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent City & Guilds qualification to meet eligibility criteria. Three years of verifiable site experience is mandatory for roles involving gas work under Building Regulations 2010. Employers verify these via the official Register of Qualified Plumbers database.
Q How many hours per week and holiday days are standard for UK plumber jobs in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, full-time plumber contracts specify 40 hours per week with a maximum of 48 hours including overtime under the Working Time Regulations. Workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave equalling 28 days for a 5-day week from January 2026. Statutory sick pay starts at £116.75 per week for up to 28 weeks.
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