At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! 

Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're also interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Colleagues   

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!  

More about your role

This is for a full time, permanent position covering 40 hours per week across Monday to Friday.

You will provide a high quality and efficient responsive repairs and maintenance service within the regional domestic and social housing market specialising in plumbing. Ideally you will also have skills and experience in other trades such as tiling, plastering and/or decorating that will help you meet customer expectations of completing all repairs first time and to a high standard. 

Your typical working hours will be Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. You will also be involved in the call out rota and will have the opportunity to earn over time over the weekend.

For further information, please download the Job Description.

At Places For People, we are committed to a safe work place so a basic DBS check is mandatory.

More about you

You will be an experienced and competent Plumber that is known for your high quality work. You will possess at least an NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in plumbing coupled with general building knowledge.  

As you will be interacting with our internal and external customers within the workplace and whilst attending properties, you will naturally utilise at all times your excellent written and verbal communication skills to support your positive approach to delivering an effective customer service experience.

Benefits   

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary
• Company van
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7% 
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave 
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year 
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% 
• Training and development 
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. 

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls