Plumber - Social Housing in Hemel Hempstead

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained. We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy‑efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support. Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward‑thinking maintenance and retrofit providers.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Plumber to join our team covering the Hemel Hempstead area.

Responsible for delivering plumbing services within social housing properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing, with the ability to work across various tasks including maintenance, repairs, installations, and servicing for residential properties. This role requires someone who is adaptable, customer‑focused, and capable of working to high standards in occupied properties.

• Perform plumbing maintenance, repairs, and installations in social housing properties, including but not limited to fixing leaks, blocked drains, repairing toilets, sinks, and taps, installing boilers, radiators, and showers.
• Bathroom fitting duties encompassing a wide range of tasks, involving in the installation, maintenance, and renovation of bathrooms.
• Conduct regular inspections of plumbing systems in residential buildings, identifying faults, providing solutions, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Attend to emergency plumbing call‑outs, ensuring quick response times and appropriate resolution of issues such as burst pipes, flooding, or loss of water.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to deadlines and quality standards.
• Work on both planned and reactive maintenance contracts, collaborating with other trades as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all works completed, including time spent, materials used, and any issues encountered.
• Provide excellent customer service to tenants, ensuring a professional and courteous approach in all interactions.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and ensure that the work site is safe and tidy at all times.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and carry out repairs to the highest standards.
• Liaise with the office team to ensure that the correct materials are ordered and stocked for each job.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and safety standards.

• City & Guilds Plumbing Level 2/3 (or equivalent), NVQ in Plumbing or Heating.
• Proven experience as a plumber, ideally with experience in social housing or residential properties.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with a wide range of plumbing tasks, including heating and boiler systems, as well as drainage and pipework.
• Good understanding of building codes, regulations, and health & safety requirements.
• Excellent problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills.
• Full UK driving license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with tenants and other team members.

• Excellent development and progression opportunities.
• Salary negotiable depending on experience.
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions].
• Tool voucher – annual allowance to purchase tools.
• Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services.
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform.
• Enhanced Family Leave Provisions.
• Recognition initiatives and awards.

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
• Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
• Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
• Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs. Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.