Tradesperson (Plumber)

The University of Salford is looking to appoint a skilled and reliable Plumber to join its in‑house Estates Maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a large, diverse university estate, helping to keep buildings safe, compliant and fully operational for staff, students and visitors. Estates & Facilities provides a comprehensive service across the University, covering maintenance, compliance, capital projects, cleaning, security and caretaking. The maintenance team plays a critical role in ensuring the campus is safe, welcoming and fully functional every day.

The Role

As a qualified plumbing and heating professional with a strong practical background and a positive, customer‑focused approach, you will carry out a wide range of planned preventive and reactive plumbing and heating works across the university estate, including teaching, research, residential and specialist facilities. The role is varied, covering everything from routine inspections to fault finding and minor installation projects. You will be part of a professional in‑house maintenance team consisting of plumbers, electricians and joiners and supported by handypersons, as and when necessary.

Typical duties include:

• Planned preventative maintenance of water and heating systems, including plantroom inspections, filter cleaning and replacement
• Reactive plumbing repairs and fault diagnosis across water, heating and drainage systems
• Minor installation works such as new water supplies, radiators and sanitaryware
• Supporting the management of water hygiene and legionella controls through safe maintenance practices
• Working independently or as part of a wider trades team, depending on the task
• Collaborating with electricians, joiners, handypersons and external contractors where required
• Participating in the trades out‑of‑hours emergency call‑out rota

All work must be undertaken in line with University procedures, statutory requirements and health and safety legislation, ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Requirements:

• City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating
• Ability to work competently on both planned and reactive maintenance tasks
• Sound knowledge of water systems, heating systems and associated safety requirements
• Good understanding of HVAC systems and electrical safety
• Good understanding of Health and Safety practices
• Willingness to undertake and support minor joinery and electrical tasks where required
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively
• Strong communication skills and a professional, courteous approach when dealing with building users

You will be required to present your qualification certificates or a CSCS Gold Card at application stage and interview.

Benefits:

• Generous 32 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus complementary leave over Christmas, plus the option to purchase additional annual leave
• Ongoing training and professional development
• On‑site leisure centre with discounted staff rates
• Cycle‑to‑work and travel schemes
• Discounted on campus staff parking and lifestyle benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Salford is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and expect all staff to contribute positively to an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and supported.

Further information on this role

If you are interested in this role and would like to discuss in more detail, please contact the Hiring Manager, Steve Pearson – Building Services Manager (Mechanical).