Cities
Domestic Plumber
Company
CBW Staffing Solutions
Location
Glasgow
Via
via Jobijoba UK
Job Description
Domestic Plumber - Glasgow - Salary up to £38,000 DOE We are currently looking for an experienced Domestic Plumber to join a growing and reputable contractor working across Glasgow and surrounding areas. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a mix of installation, maintenance, and upgrade work within residential properties.
As a Domestic Plumber, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of plumbing works in occupied and void residential properties.
Key Responsibilities:
• Installation and replacement of domestic plumbing and pipework systems
• Bathroom and kitchen plumbing installations
• Fault finding and carrying out plumbing repairs
• Installation and replacement of taps, toilets, sinks, radiators, and sanitary ware
• Carrying out leak detection, drainage issues, and water pressure investigations
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with current regulations and water byelaws
• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and customer service
• Completing relevant job reports and certification where required
Person Specification:
• Proven experience working as a domestic plumber
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good communication and customer-facing skills
Essential Qualifications:
• NVQ Level 2 / Level 3 Plumbing or City & Guilds in Plumbing
• Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
• Unvented Hot Water (G3) qualification
• Experience with heating systems and radiator installations
• Water Regulations / Water Byelaws certification
Salary & Benefits:
• Salary up to £38,000 DOE + no on call
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Company van and fuel card (if applicable)
• 23 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable, long-term work with a respected local company
As a Domestic Plumber, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of plumbing works in occupied and void residential properties.
Key Responsibilities:
• Installation and replacement of domestic plumbing and pipework systems
• Bathroom and kitchen plumbing installations
• Fault finding and carrying out plumbing repairs
• Installation and replacement of taps, toilets, sinks, radiators, and sanitary ware
• Carrying out leak detection, drainage issues, and water pressure investigations
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with current regulations and water byelaws
• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and customer service
• Completing relevant job reports and certification where required
Person Specification:
• Proven experience working as a domestic plumber
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good communication and customer-facing skills
Essential Qualifications:
• NVQ Level 2 / Level 3 Plumbing or City & Guilds in Plumbing
• Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
• Unvented Hot Water (G3) qualification
• Experience with heating systems and radiator installations
• Water Regulations / Water Byelaws certification
Salary & Benefits:
• Salary up to £38,000 DOE + no on call
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Company van and fuel card (if applicable)
• 23 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable, long-term work with a respected local company
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