Maintenance Plumber
- NE20, Ponteland, Northumberland
- Permanent
- Full time
- £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Branta Recruitment is partnering with a market-leading, national Facilities Management company to recruit a Static Maintenance Plumber to join the resident technical team at a prestigious, large-scale commercial facility in Newcastle upon Tyne.
This role offers the stability and convenience of working on a single, high-spec commercial site with no daily travel or commuting between regional client locations. As the resident Plumbing & Mechanical Specialist, you will be responsible for keeping all water hygiene systems, commercial plumbing infrastructure, and plant room pipework running smoothly and safely.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across all commercial plumbing and domestic water services on site.
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Maintain water hygiene standards, including Legionella control measures, temperature monitoring, routine flushing, and showerhead descaling in accordance with HSG274/L8.
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Diagnose and repair plumbing faults, leaks, blocked drainage, TMVs (Thermostatic Mixing Valves), and sanitary appliances.
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Assist with basic plant room maintenance, pumps, pressurized water systems, and unvented hot water cylinders.
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Complete digital job sheets and maintain accurate site compliance logs.
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Work collaboratively with on-site commercial gas, electrical, and HVAC engineers on broader mechanical issues.
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Participate in a site-specific emergency call-out rota (additional allowance provided).
Requirements
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NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or time-served equivalent).
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Unvented Hot Water Certification (G3) (desirable).
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Proven experience in commercial plumbing maintenance or building services FM.
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Strong understanding of water regulations, health & safety practices, and PPM regimes.
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Excellent communication and customer service skills when dealing with on-site staff and clients.
What’s in it for You?
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Competitive base salary with regular review options
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Static position—enjoy working at a single, fixed site every day
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Generous paid overtime opportunities and call-out allowance
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Excellent corporate pension scheme and health/wellbeing benefits
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Structured training, career progression, and qualification support within a global FM leader
How to Apply:
If you are a qualified Maintenance Plumber looking for site stability with a premier FM employer, apply online today or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for a confidential chat


