Plumber

Experienced plumbers are required for a new build care home project to carry out high-quality first fix, second fix, and plant room installation and commissioning. The successful candidates will work from drawings, specifications, and health & safety requirements to deliver compliant, defect-free plumbing installations.

1st Fix Plumbing

• Interpret design drawings and plans for pipework routing and installation.

• Install hot and cold water distribution systems.

• Set out and install soil, waste and vent (SWV) systems in accordance with specifications.

• Install pipework in walls, floors, and service voids ready for later fixtures.

• Install plant room distribution mains and isolation valves for later connection.

• Set out support brackets, clips, hangers, and fixings as required.

• Prepare for mechanical services integration where applicable.

• Ensure all connections are correctly positioned for ease of second fix.

2nd Fix Plumbing

• Install sanitary ware including toilets, basins, bidets, showers, tubs and associated chrome fittings.

• Connect and test faucets, mixer taps, flushing systems, and valves.

• Install water heaters, showers, drains, traps, wastes, and trims.

• Accurately fit and commission service fittings to manufacturer standards.

• Seal and finish exposed pipework as required for client inspection.

• Coordinate with tilers, decorators and other trades to avoid damage and delays.

Plant Room Installation

• Install, test and commission the plant room systems, including:

  • Hot water generation (boilers/heat interface units)

  • Cold water storage & pumps

  • Circulation pumps and controls

  • Expansion vessels and safety valves

  • Water softeners and filtration systems

  • Pressure reducing & boosting sets

• Assemble, align, and support heavy mechanical components.

• Apply insulation to pipework and tanks in accordance with thermal standards.

• Ensure compliance with boilers and pressurised systems regulations.

Skills & Experience

• City & Guilds NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing or equivalent.

• Proven experience with new build residential / healthcare facilities.

• Competent with pipework (copper, plastic, stainless), pressfit systems, and plant commissioning.

• Use of calibration, pressure test and leak detection tools.

• Knowledge of building services coordination and site sequencing.

• Blue JIB card