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Description
Competitive pay
Expression of Interest – Plumber
Location: Evesham
Contract Start Date: 1 July 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join us on our new, exciting contract
Mears Group is preparing to mobilise a new long-term social housing repairs and maintenance partnership across the wider Midlands region.
Delivering housing repairs and maintenance services across a geographically diverse social housing portfolio covering market towns, rural communities and urban locations, the contract will include responsive repairs, planned maintenance and property services with a strong focus on customer service, quality and community investment.
Due to upcoming mobilisation activity, expressions of interest are invited from experienced Plumbers across South Worcestershire, North Gloucestershire, and surrounding areas.
Submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee employment, nor does it provide salary or detailed role information at this stage. It simply ensures that you are first to be contacted when full job details, including pay, working hours, and application timelines, are confirmed.
About The Role
We’re looking for an experienced and dependable Plumber to join our expanding team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in the midlands. This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for carrying 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. You’ll be working directly with residents, so a professional approach and strong customer service skills are essential.
With a steady flow of work and a commitment to improving housing standards, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the community. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, solves problems efficiently, and gets the job done right the first time.
Duties
Carry out responsive 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 plumbing maintenance or to access pipework for leak detection and repair, 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
Provided high levels of customer care at all times
Role Criteria
NVQ level 2 or above in Plumbing
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a plumbing position
Full UK driving licence
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 work on the OOH rota
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Joe Monger (joe.monger@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
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