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Plumber (Multi Trade)
Birmingham, United KingdomCompany
Hays
Location
Birmingham
Via
via Hays
Job Description
Location: West Midlands (Occupied Social Housing)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week
Contract: 2–3 months (sick cover) with potential extension and possible permanent role
Pay: Up to £25.50 per hour
Your new company
A West Midlands housing association is seeking an experienced Plumber Multi‑Trade to carry out day‑to‑day reactive maintenance in occupied social housing properties. This is a short‑term contract covering sickness, with the possibility of extension and long‑term employment.
Your new role
• Responsive plumbing repairs in occupied homes
• Fixing leaks, pipework, taps, wastes, cylinders and sanitary ware
• Basic multi‑trade tasks such as patch plastering, minor joinery and making good
• Working independently across local housing stock
What you'll need to succeed
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in Plumbing
• Previous experience in social housing reactive maintenance
• Own van and tools preferred (option for van provision later)
• Strong plumbing skills with multi‑trade capability
What you'll get in return
• Up to £25.50 per hour
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 2–3 month contract with potential extension
• Possibility of becoming a full‑time permanent employee
What you need to do now
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.
#4796516 - Alexander Frith
Hours: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week
Contract: 2–3 months (sick cover) with potential extension and possible permanent role
Pay: Up to £25.50 per hour
Your new company
A West Midlands housing association is seeking an experienced Plumber Multi‑Trade to carry out day‑to‑day reactive maintenance in occupied social housing properties. This is a short‑term contract covering sickness, with the possibility of extension and long‑term employment.
Your new role
• Responsive plumbing repairs in occupied homes
• Fixing leaks, pipework, taps, wastes, cylinders and sanitary ware
• Basic multi‑trade tasks such as patch plastering, minor joinery and making good
• Working independently across local housing stock
What you'll need to succeed
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in Plumbing
• Previous experience in social housing reactive maintenance
• Own van and tools preferred (option for van provision later)
• Strong plumbing skills with multi‑trade capability
What you'll get in return
• Up to £25.50 per hour
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 2–3 month contract with potential extension
• Possibility of becoming a full‑time permanent employee
What you need to do now
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.
#4796516 - Alexander Frith
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United Kingdom
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.
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.
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.
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.
