Title: Plumber
Requisition ID: 11309
Location: NRS Harwell, 10 Rutherford Ave, Didcot OX11 0DF – This role will be based on site.
Hours of work: 37 hours per week. Schedule: Monday – Thursday 7:45am – 5:00pm; Friday 7:45am – 12:15pm (Week 1); Friday Off (Week 2). Call‑out rota: one in 7 weeks. Full UK driving licence required; company van provided.
Responsibilities
- Carry out general maintenance and repair tasks across boilers, water systems, drainage and gas systems
- Perform routine checks, inspections and fault finding on plant, equipment and pipe systems
- Install, test and maintain pipework systems (steam, gas, water, chemicals) in commercial/industrial settings
- Conduct boiler operations and monitoring, including pressure, temperature, water levels and restart procedures
- Complete repairs, replacements and troubleshooting of plumbing systems, fixtures and components
- Undertake water hygiene and Legionella control tasks (temperature checks, flushing, cleaning outlets)
- Record maintenance activities, meter readings and testing results on client systems
- Ensure chemical treatment and stock control for boiler and water systems
- Liaise with contractors and follow site safety, compliance and building regulations
- Support business continuity and respond to breakdowns and urgent maintenance issues
- Requires BPSS security clearance
Qualifications
- Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Plumber, Pipefitter or similar
- Strong background in maintenance, testing and fault finding on boilers, gas systems, pumps and plant equipment
- Gas Safe registration and relevant gas qualifications (COCN1, CCN1, TPCP1, CODNCO1)
- Ability to carry out planned maintenance and water hygiene
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible, proactive and detail‑oriented approach with high standards of work
- Physically capable with manual handling and dexterity
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations and safe working practices
- Willingness to work in radiological controlled environments and undertake required training/clearance
- Ability to work in a busy environment, potentially including on‑call rota
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Training opportunities including fully funded leadership programs
- Holidays: at least 24 days plus bank holidays, with opportunity to buy further days
- Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey
- Flexible benefits: choose insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme, gym membership discounts
- Exclusive discounts from leading retailers and healthcare services
- Two Social Impact days per year for volunteering and fundraising
- Family friendly policies for new parents or those providing care for a dependant
- Membership of affinity networks supporting diverse communities
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
To find out more, visit our website amey.co.uk/careers.
