Plumbing and Gas Engineer: Birmingham

Plumbing and Gas Engineer: Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Company
Rightio Subcontractors Ltd
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£40k–£45k a year
Via
via Rightio
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Job Description
Rightio are currently recruiting for directly employed positions with a basic salary starting from £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependant on experience) - O.T.E 70K

RIGHTIO - who we are

Our aim is to give our customers peace of mind, so that when they have a home emergency and need to get things repaired, we get it done right. Every single time.

The Role

Due to our exceptional growth, we are recruiting for experienced gas engineers to cover Birmingham & the surrounding area. Your daily routine will include fault finding, servicing, repairs and CP12's, as well as various plumbing jobs.

You will need to have held your ACS qualifications for a minimum of 1 year and have at least 1 year's fault finding experience.

The benefits of working with RIGHTIO
• Excellent earning potential
• Unique profit share - 22.5% of monthly revenue
• Analyser provided and maintained
• Phone & Tablet
• Fully maintained company vehicle and fuel card
• Company uniform
• Technical help and support
• Professional development and training
• BHSF healthcare support
• Company events

What do we look for in a Rightio engineer?
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Fantastic communication skills
• Can cover the following postcode areas: B
• Committed to providing outstanding customer service
• Friendly and professional in all situations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Takes pride in their work
• Shows empathy and understanding to our customers
• Upholds our values of doing things right, every time!
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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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