Plumber - Sunderland

  • Think Recruitment
  • Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
  • 17/03/2026
Seasonal Construction

Job Description

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Plumber to work with one of the UK's leading Housing providers in their hard-working and repairs Team.

Job description:

My client is looking for a self-motivated, and experienced Plumber to assist the wider repairs team covering the Sunderland area.

You will be required to carry out the following tasks.

  • Undertaking planned/responsive legionella remedial and general plumbing works covering hot and cold-water systems, pipework, and associated equipment.
  • Commissioning, de-commissioning and servicing of Unvented and Hot and cold-water systems, associated pipework and components
  • Cleaning and chlorination on both hot and cold-water systems including storage tanks, calorifiers, TMVs, showers, outlets, pipework, valves etc.
  • Complete minor builders work, elements of multi-skilling associated with job
  • Carry out water hygiene monitoring, inspection, and servicing in accordance with HSG274, ACoP L8, Water Regulations, and relevant British Standards.
  • Conduct microbiological sampling and resampling procedures.
  • Carrying out sampling, dosing, flushing and analysis on closed water systems.
  • Be competent in the use of handheld IT systems.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork as required by the company and Regulatory bodies.
  • Maintain the impressed stock levels on the vehicle.
  • Carry out all works in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Liaise with Line Managers regarding the status of all work.
  • Liaise and interface with other trades as required.
  • Maintain a clean and tidy workplace

This is a great opportunity to work with a leading housing provider and to gain a secure run of work and experience in a plumbing repair setting.

Start date: Accepting Candidates who can start immediately.

Hours: 36 hours per week. 8:00am - 16:00pm Monday - Thursday. 8:00am - 14:00pm on Friday.

Location: Sunderland and Surrounding areas.

Duration: 2 months - possibly longer

Pay rate: 20 - 22 per hour

Requirements:

  • NVQ Plumbing L2 / L3
  • G3 Unvented Qualification
  • Driver's licence required
  • Basic DBS required

Interested in working with one of the UK's leading housing providers? Contact Jack on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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