Plumber

Plumber – Tower Hamlets

Annual salary up to £38,703.26 per annum, plus company van & fuel card. 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday‑Friday).

• Carry out responsive plumbing repairs in occupied properties
• Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages, and drainage issues
• Replace taps, toilets, cisterns, basins, and other sanitary ware
• Repair or replace pipework, valves, and fittings
• Investigate and resolve issues with hot water systems and radiators
• Ensure all work complies with current plumbing regulations and health and safety standards
• Record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Remove, repair, or replace bath panels as part of routine plumbing maintenance or to access pipework for leak detection and repair, ensuring panels are securely refitted and finished to a professional standard
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
• Work respectfully in residents’ homes, maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours emergency rota when required
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day – organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work
• Volunteering Leave – paid volunteering in the community, supporting our social value commitment
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% on groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share Save scheme, and more
• Family‑friendly policies
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK. Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.

Awards:
Disability confident employer, Armed Forces Covenant support, Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, social mobility initiatives.

Contact:
Laura Bourne () – we are here to support you through every step of the application process.