Plumber

Plumber – Permanent

Requisition

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Plumber to join our Scotland schools account. This role covers three estates:
Borders, Clacks, and Edinburgh
, with the primary focus on Edinburgh. You’ll work across these locations to ensure smooth operations and deliver exceptional service.

This role is on site based.

Standard hours: 37.5 hours per week, 07:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday. A 12.5% shift allowance applies for any out‑of‑hours work. On‑call duties typically occur every two months and are compensated at £125 for the week, plus £100 for the first call‑out.

• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract
• Performing statutory works on time, ensuring compliance
• Conduct routine and non‑routine maintenance, including fault finding and repairs
• Inspecting, sampling water, and assessing risks to maintain system integrity
• Repairing mains water supply and addressing life‑expired equipment
• Monitoring the BMS system to ensure optimal performance
• Supporting zero‑carbon initiatives, contributing to sustainability goals
• Handling additional tasks as directed by line manager, including working at height and in various weather conditions

• Appropriate Trade qualification (Level
  3)
• Experience in operating light plant

Ideally you will be qualified to NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance; we may consider applications if you have NVQ level 2.

Desirable if you have Legionella Control (L8) and experience in a commercial environment; otherwise we will provide required development.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment. All staff will undergo an enhanced PVG check before commencing employment.

At Amey, we work on long‑term stable contracts so you can plan a long‑term career. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop both professionally and personally.

• Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews
• Training opportunities, including fully funded leadership programs
• Holidays – at least 24 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy further days
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – insurance, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme, gym membership discount
• Exclusive discounts through our online portal
• Community engagement – two social impact days per year
• Family friendly policies for new parents or caregivers
• Membership of Affinity Networks
• Company van use (work purposes only)

We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

To find out more, visit our website at

Apply today — we may close early if we receive sufficient applications.