Cities
Plumber (Multi Trade)
Company
Hays
Location
Birmingham
Via
via Hays
Job Description
Location: West Midlands (Occupied Social Housing)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week
Contract: 2–3 months (sick cover) with potential extension and possible permanent role
Pay: Up to £25.50 per hour
Your new company
A West Midlands housing association is seeking an experienced Plumber Multi‑Trade to carry out day‑to‑day reactive maintenance in occupied social housing properties. This is a short‑term contract covering sickness, with the possibility of extension and long‑term employment.
Your new role
• Responsive plumbing repairs in occupied homes
• Fixing leaks, pipework, taps, wastes, cylinders and sanitary ware
• Basic multi‑trade tasks such as patch plastering, minor joinery and making good
• Working independently across local housing stock
What you'll need to succeed
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in Plumbing
• Previous experience in social housing reactive maintenance
• Own van and tools preferred (option for van provision later)
• Strong plumbing skills with multi‑trade capability
What you'll get in return
• Up to £25.50 per hour
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 2–3 month contract with potential extension
• Possibility of becoming a full‑time permanent employee
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
#4796516 - Alexander Frith
Hours: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week
Contract: 2–3 months (sick cover) with potential extension and possible permanent role
Pay: Up to £25.50 per hour
Your new company
A West Midlands housing association is seeking an experienced Plumber Multi‑Trade to carry out day‑to‑day reactive maintenance in occupied social housing properties. This is a short‑term contract covering sickness, with the possibility of extension and long‑term employment.
Your new role
• Responsive plumbing repairs in occupied homes
• Fixing leaks, pipework, taps, wastes, cylinders and sanitary ware
• Basic multi‑trade tasks such as patch plastering, minor joinery and making good
• Working independently across local housing stock
What you'll need to succeed
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in Plumbing
• Previous experience in social housing reactive maintenance
• Own van and tools preferred (option for van provision later)
• Strong plumbing skills with multi‑trade capability
What you'll get in return
• Up to £25.50 per hour
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 2–3 month contract with potential extension
• Possibility of becoming a full‑time permanent employee
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
#4796516 - Alexander Frith
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Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in United Kingdom warehouses in 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for packing jobs in United Kingdom is £12.50 per hour for workers aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18 to 20 receive £9.50 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.00 per hour with no exceptions for packing roles. Overtime must be paid at the same rate after 48 hours average weekly under Working Time Regulations.
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