Plumber

Job Summary

Hourly rate: £16.23 per hour, plus company van & fuel card.

Contract:

Full Time Permanent. 42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday). Located in Dover.

We’re looking for an experienced, dependable plumber to join our expanding team, supporting a busy planned works contract in Dover. This is a practical, hands‑on role where you’ll carry out a wide range of plumbing repairs and maintenance tasks in occupied social housing properties. From fixing leaks and replacing taps to diagnosing more complex issues with heating systems or drainage, you’ll be the go‑to expert for keeping homes safe, functional and comfortable.

Working directly with residents, you’ll need a professional approach and strong customer‑service skills. With a steady flow of work and a commitment to improving housing standards, this is a great opportunity to contribute to a team that makes a real difference in the community.

• Carry out planned plumbing repairs in occupied properties
• Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages and drainage issues
• Replace taps, toilets, cisterns, basins and other sanitary ware
• Repair or replace pipework, valves and fittings
• Investigate and resolve issues with hot water systems and radiators
• Ensure all work complies with current plumbing regulations and health and safety standards
• Record job details, materials used and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Remove, repair or replace bath panels as part of routine maintenance or for leak detection, ensuring panels are securely refitted and finished to a professional standard
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicle in good working order
• Work respectfully in residents’ homes, maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns or property issues
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours emergency rota when required
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and provide high levels of customer care at all times

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
• Full UK driving licence and ability to operate a company vehicle
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent customer‑service skills with experience working in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day
• Volunteering leave to undertake paid volunteering in the community
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, share‑save scheme and more
• Company van, fuel card and uniform
• Family‑friendly policies

Mears Group is a Disability Confident, Veterans and Diversity‑committed employer. We support the Armed Forces Covenant, apply the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award and the Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership. We welcome all applicants regardless of background and encourage voluntary sharing of background information to promote social mobility.