Plumber/heating subcontractor - Heat pump installer

Plumber/heating subcontractor - Heat pump installer

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Company
Installio
Location
Sheffield
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Are you a plumber or heating engineer looking for more work with heat pumps? Installio is building the UK's largest independent network of heat pump installers, including plumbers, heating engineers, and electricians.

We work as the installation partner for companies throughout the UK, delivering top-quality heat pump installs through our vetted network. By becoming a trusted Installio installation partner, you will be joining the UK's fastest growing heat pump installer and can get to work installing heat pumps in your local area without the hassle of dealing with customers, system design, MCS documentation, or invoicing.

We offer highly competitive rates dependent on your experience and capabilities, and can book up your calendar weeks in advance.

Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality installations in your local area
• Collaborate with your installer team to get jobs over the line
• Document your work through our installer app

Qualifications

Required
• Minimum NVQ 2 (or equivalent) in plumbing and heating
• G3 certificate
• WRAS water regulations
• Experience installing air-source heat pumps
• Your own van, tools, and insurance

Nice to have
• BPEC Level 3 ASHP
• Gas safe certificate
• F-Gas certificate

Benefits
• Competitive pay: Up to £3000 per job depending on complexity
• Fast, reliable payment: We pay no later than 21 days of job completion.
• Consistent work: We book work weeks in advance in your local area.
• Well-organised jobs: We handle the customer, design, MCS paperwork, and invoicing so you can just focus on the install.
• Solid support: You’ll use our Installio Co-Pilot app to organise jobs, upload photos, and get instant support from our team when you need it.
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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.
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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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