Plumber Multi Kitchen & Bathroom Team

We are thrilled to have joined forces with Network Homes in October 2023, which now places us as the 6th largest housing association in the UK. Sovereign and Network Homes have come together as SNG (Sovereign Network Group) – an organisation that takes the best of both and makes it even better. With over 82,000 homes we deliver services to in excess of 210,000 customers across the South East and South West

We're excited to be recruiting for an experienced Plumber Multi to join our Kitchen & Bathroom Property Team in the Oxfordshirearea. As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.

You'll also benefit from

• £335 yearly Tool Allowance
• £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice.
• Uniform & PPE
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package.
• A van and fuel card for business travel
• iPhone and iPad 
• Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12% 
• Life cover 4 x annual salary
• SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.

What you'll be doing

As a Plumber you'll complete Kitchen and bathroom installations as well as plumbing repairs and maintenance jobs to Sovereign's properties in line with work schedules elsewhere depending on demand.

Tasks to include:

• Kitchen & Bathroom installation including tiling, basic carpentry, decorating/finishing (experience of vinyl floor laying would be advantageous but not a requirement).
• Installation of replacement sanitary ware and baths, shower trays and level decks and associated equipment
• Installation of new pipe work (copper, speed fit, waste, rainwater)
• Installation of new sundry items such as taps and ball valves.
• Repairs to sundry items
• Installing and repairing water mains supplies, heating system pipe work and drainage stop taps.

What you'll need

You should have a minimum of NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Plumbing OR have at least 5 years experience within this core trade. You will have experience of working in occupied premises and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. 

The ability to use mobile technology such as iPad or PDA is essential. A current CSCS card is desirable.

This is a full time role, working 40 Hours per week, with the opportunity to supplement your salary through call out and overtime when required. 

Due to the requirement to travel within this role, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and have the ability to drive a company van.

This role is subject to a satisfactory licence check, essential qualifications check and a basic disclosure.