Plumber

Plumber

Trinity Square Accommodation, Northumbria University, 202 High Street, Gateshead NE8 1AQ.

Flexibility required to cover various sites across Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead

£40,000pa - £42,000pa + excellent benefits

40hrs pw Monday to Friday

Flexibility required for start and finish times which can vary, from 08.00 to 16.30 and 10.00 to 18.30

on call rota 1 week in 4; payment given

Free Parking

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Job Introduction:

At Sodexo, we believe that our everyday actions shape brighter futures. We're looking for a skilled and customer-focused Plumber to join our Technical Services team supporting Northumbria University.

This is more than a maintenance role. You'll play a vital part in ensuring thousands of students enjoy safe, comfortable and well-maintained living and learning environments. From student accommodation to academic buildings, your expertise will help keep essential services running smoothly while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

As a Plumber within our Hard FM Services team, you'll be responsible for delivering planned, reactive and compliance-related maintenance activities across the University estate.

If you're a qualified plumber who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys solving problems and wants to be part of a supportive team that values Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance on plumbing and mechanical systems

Diagnose and repair plumbing faults quickly and effectively

Maintain and repair hot and cold-water systems, sanitaryware, pipework, pumps, valves, taps and showers

Respond to emergency leaks, blockages, water outages and breakdownsSupport water hygiene and Legionella compliance programmes

Complete plumbing upgrades, replacements and minor installation projects

Update maintenance activities accurately using CAFM systems such as Maximo

Work professionally within occupied student residences and academic facilities

Participate in an on-call rota supporting a 24/7 operation

Support sustainability and water-efficiency initiatives across the estate

What You Bring:

Essential

NVQ Level 3 Plumbing & Heating, City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing, or an equivalent recognised qualification
Water Regulations qualification or demonstrable equivalent competence
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience working in a planned and reactive maintenance environment
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills with the ability to resolve issues efficiently
Experience maintaining hot and cold-water systems, sanitaryware and associated distribution systems
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Good IT literacy and experience using CAFM or maintenance management systems
The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider facilities management team

Desirable

Unvented Hot Water qualification
Legionella and Water Hygiene training
IPAF and PASMA certifications
First Aid at Work qualification
Experience working within universities, student accommodation, healthcare, hospitality or large-scale facilities management environments
Experience supporting refurbishment, lifecycle and minor works projectsWhat We Offer:

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you.

With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Keywords:

Plumbing Maintenance, Facilities Management (FM), Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance, Water Hygiene, Legionella Compliance, Building Services, Mechanical Services, Fault Finding & Diagnostics, CAFM / Maximo