Plumber

Contract:

Full Time Permanent. Salary up to £36,425.30 per annum, plus company van & fuel card.

Hours:

42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday-Friday).

Job Role:

We’re looking for an experienced and dependable Plumber to join our expanding team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Tonbridge. This is a practical, hands‑on role where you’ll carry out a wide range of plumbing repairs and maintenance tasks in occupied social housing properties. You’ll be the go‑to expert for keeping homes safe, functional, and comfortable, working directly with residents so a professional approach and strong customer service skills are essential.

• 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
• Provide high levels of customer care at all times

• 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
• Volunteering Leave – paid volunteering in the community
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts 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, candidates must be aged over 21, have held their licence for over 3 months, and have less than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Apply below or to discuss your application further – contact Francesca Swan ().

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At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

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