Plumber; South East Water

Job Purpose

Berkshire area - Slough | Fixed-Term Contract until 31st March 2027 | £31,700 per annum plus benefits | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.

Groundwork South is recruiting skilled Plumbers to join our nationally recognised Water Efficiency Team, working on vital projects to reduce water‑stress in areas across the South of England. As well as domestic water efficiency work (leak fixes, water‑saving device installation and education) we also support high‑footfall business clients including sports stadiums, schools, colleges, universities, leisure centres, holiday parks, army barracks and many more.

You’ll play a key role in reducing water waste by repairing and maintaining internal plumbing systems such as taps, toilets, valves, and overflows—working exclusively with freshwater systems in commercial, educational, and domestic buildings.

• Guaranteed work close to home with no on‑call responsibilities.
• Company van, fuel card, and tools provided.
• Freshwater work only – no wastewater jobs.
• Regular weekday hours 8am–4pm – no weekend shifts.
• 25 days holiday + public holidays.
• Health Cash Plan, 24‑hour health helpline & Employee Assistance Programme.
• PERKS discount scheme and salary sacrifice options (e.g., cycle to work, pension).
• Family‑friendly policies for better work‑life balance.
• Fast‑track promotion opportunities to team leader/manager roles.

• City & Guilds Plumbing Domestic Heating (6189) or equivalent Level 2/3 NVQ.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Proficient with digital tools and systems (iPads and Salesforce, but training provided).
• Experience in manual trades or home repair.
• Strong communication skills – able to engage a diverse customer base.
• Practical problem‑solving ability.
• Aware of water‑saving practices.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.

Groundwork South is a passionate, forward‑thinking organisation with a strong track record of environmental and community projects. We value creativity, collaboration, and commitment—and offer real opportunities for personal development and career progression within a supportive team.

Join us and help build a more sustainable future while working in a role that’s practical, rewarding, and community‑focused.

Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

Language:
English

Job type:
Operations & Service Delivery

Work location:

Berkshire area – Slough

Region:
Groundwork South

Working hours:

37.5 hours per week

Role type:
Full time

Contract type:
Fixed Term (Paid) – Fixed‑Term Contract until 31st March 2027