Cities
Plumber - Glasgow
Company
City Facilities Management (UK)
Location
Glasgow
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Department: Construction
Job Title: Plumber
Location: Glasgow/Edinburgh/Aberdeen
(Working across 2 clients covering the North of Scotland as well as supporting the central belt when required)
Working Hours: 8 5 hours per day Monday to Friday includes on call 1 in 4 rota
Responsible To: Regional Supervisor
Job Function: To provide a planned and reactive plumbing maintenance service to stores whilst complying with company policy & procedure
Principle Accountabilities:
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times and develop a good working relationship with CBES and Co-op colleagues
• Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and to the laid-down procedures
• Assess the condition of plumbing in store and carry out repairs as and where necessary
• Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed timescales and response times
• Order spares as per the required procedure
• Identify non-repairable issues and promptly advise the Regional Supervisor of findings, with recommendations regarding suitable alternatives
• Advise the store manager of any repair and maintenance issues that are likely to affect the running of the store
• Carry out minor alterations and installations in accordance with current specifications
• Ensure all tools and equipment necessary (as per company tool list) to complete maintenance and repairs are available and serviceable at all times
• Maintain accurate time sheets and mileage logs as required
• Attend training courses as and where necessary and to ensure personal job skills keep pace with technical developments
• Comply with the company Health and Safety Policy at all times
• Work with company and Co-op colleagues to ensure laid-down standards of quality are maintained at all times
• Ensure company vehicle is kept clean, well maintained and serviced as required
• Comply with any other reasonable request or instruction from the Regional Supervisor/FM Contracts Manager
Specific Qualifications:
• City and Guilds plumbing qualifications required
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
• Quality of repairs and maintenance
• Speed and efficiency of work
• Response to service call requests within reasonable response time
• Compliance with Health and Safety policy
• Customer/colleague relationships and feedback
PRINCIPAL JOBS REQUIRED:
• Replacing/installing Macerators
• First fix and full fix plumbing works
• Fitting/Repairing Water Heaters
• Repairing/Replacing Sanitary Wear
Job Title: Plumber
Location: Glasgow/Edinburgh/Aberdeen
(Working across 2 clients covering the North of Scotland as well as supporting the central belt when required)
Working Hours: 8 5 hours per day Monday to Friday includes on call 1 in 4 rota
Responsible To: Regional Supervisor
Job Function: To provide a planned and reactive plumbing maintenance service to stores whilst complying with company policy & procedure
Principle Accountabilities:
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times and develop a good working relationship with CBES and Co-op colleagues
• Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and to the laid-down procedures
• Assess the condition of plumbing in store and carry out repairs as and where necessary
• Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed timescales and response times
• Order spares as per the required procedure
• Identify non-repairable issues and promptly advise the Regional Supervisor of findings, with recommendations regarding suitable alternatives
• Advise the store manager of any repair and maintenance issues that are likely to affect the running of the store
• Carry out minor alterations and installations in accordance with current specifications
• Ensure all tools and equipment necessary (as per company tool list) to complete maintenance and repairs are available and serviceable at all times
• Maintain accurate time sheets and mileage logs as required
• Attend training courses as and where necessary and to ensure personal job skills keep pace with technical developments
• Comply with the company Health and Safety Policy at all times
• Work with company and Co-op colleagues to ensure laid-down standards of quality are maintained at all times
• Ensure company vehicle is kept clean, well maintained and serviced as required
• Comply with any other reasonable request or instruction from the Regional Supervisor/FM Contracts Manager
Specific Qualifications:
• City and Guilds plumbing qualifications required
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
• Quality of repairs and maintenance
• Speed and efficiency of work
• Response to service call requests within reasonable response time
• Compliance with Health and Safety policy
• Customer/colleague relationships and feedback
PRINCIPAL JOBS REQUIRED:
• Replacing/installing Macerators
• First fix and full fix plumbing works
• Fitting/Repairing Water Heaters
• Repairing/Replacing Sanitary Wear
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the National Living Wage for starting plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026. Entry-level plumbers must receive at least this rate for all hours worked including travel time between jobs. Employers must pay overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week.
What visa salary threshold applies to overseas plumbers applying for UK work in 2026?
The Skilled Worker visa requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the occupation going rate for plumbers whichever is higher as of January 2026. Applicants need a valid Certificate of Sponsorship and must score at least 70 points under the points-based system. Visas are issued for up to 5 years initially with Indefinite Leave to Remain possible after 5 years continuous residence.
What qualifications and experience are required for plumber jobs in the United Kingdom?
Plumbers require an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Domestic Heating or equivalent qualification approved by the Department for Education. A minimum of 3 years documented site experience is needed before full registration with a competent person scheme. The standard apprenticeship route lasts 48 months with 20% off-the-job training hours.
How many hours per week and days of leave do UK plumbers receive under 2026 rules?
The Working Time Regulations limit average working hours to 48 per week with plumbers typically contracted for 40 hours. Annual leave entitlement is 5.6 weeks including bank holidays calculated from the first day of employment. Employers must provide rest breaks of 20 minutes after 6 hours worked.
