At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out plumbing work and repairs for social housing and public buildings.
- Company: Charnwood Borough Council, a leading local authority serving 183,000 residents.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, agile working, free parking, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a Disability Confident Employer with a focus on employee well-being.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team making a real difference in the community.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Charnwood Borough Council’s Housing Repairs team are looking for a qualified Plumber to carry out a wide range of plumbing work and repairs associated with the maintenance and adaptation of social housing, Council properties and public buildings. You must have NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds in Plumbing or equivalent, as well as the ability and desire to deliver high quality customer standards in line with the Council’s customer service excellence standard. The role is permanent and will include participation in the out-of-hours call-out service. A full clean driving licence is essential, and a van is supplied for Charnwood business use only. Tools and uniform are also provided.
About You
- Experience in domestic plumbing, preferably in the social housing sector.
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in plumbing.
- Full UK driving license is essential.
- Able to work both on your own and as part of a team in a busy environment.
The benefits of working with us:
- Agile working for many roles.
- Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays.
- Most services are closed over Christmas.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles.
- Free parking.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant's Employer Recognition Gold Award. We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
About the Council
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people. We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets. Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.
About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work, visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore. At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.
As a Disability Confident Employer and proud holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Gold Award, we’re committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone.
No agencies please.
Plumber in Loughborough employer: Charnwood Borough Council
Charnwood Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact on community development and infrastructure. With generous annual leave, professional growth opportunities, and flexible working arrangements, we prioritise employee well-being and career advancement, making it a rewarding place to work in the heart of Charnwood.
