Maintenance Plumber

Emcor UK

Maintenance Plumber

£35000

Emcor UK, Reading

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 22 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 8c597e89b1414dc3b47886b685bd1385

Full Job Description

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden
of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Oveview:

Provide a timely and effective service to the customers by routinely carrying out the following tasks on a maintenance basis when required.

  • Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks, showers and toilets

  • Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing, or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.

  • Deal with plumbing emergencies when required.

  • Carry out required PMs on the plumbing section.


  • Customer Service
  • Respond to emergencies within the designated timeframes.

  • Demonstrate an excellent understanding of the principles of providing excellent customer service.

  • Remain customer focused at all times and being aware of the needs of the customer.

  • Demonstrate the ability to remain calm in stressful/difficult situations and always remaining polite and courteous.


  • Procedures and Processes
  • Take the initiative to ensure that all processes, procedures and systems are carried out to the highest standard and ensuring that the service provided is in line with company standard. Attend departmental meetings and training sessions and operate in accordance with the instructions received.


  • Workplace Health and Safety
  • Ensure that safety rules and procedures are followed at all times and takes corrective action to improve safety of work areas.

  • Ensure all plumbing equipment is securely stored and maintained in a condition suitable for next use.

  • Report any damage or breakage of property.

  • Ensure that precautions are taken to protect property.

  • Ensure all security measures are taken where applicable.

  • Ensure all maintenance and services of equipment is conducted on a regular basis and assure all set safety & security procedures are adhered to.

    Demonstrate experience in installation and maintenance of plumbing and piping.

  • Recognized plumbing qualifications.

  • Installation and Servicing of domestic Vented and Unvented hot water storage systems

  • Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS)

  • Servicing and Testing Requirements of Thermostatic Mixing Valves

  • Sound level of written and spoken English in order to comprehend briefings and directions from Supervisors and communicate with other workers on site.

  • Will need to complete site records and routine forms.

  • Ability to work unsupervised and organise workload.

  • Must be willing to undertake additional training selected by the company

    25 days holiday as standard + Bank holidays + 26 extra days leave through 9 day working fortnight (below)

  • 9 day working fortnight - Week 1, Mon to Fri / Week 2, Mon to Thurs

  • Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days

  • Company Pension - Auto enrol.

  • Company sick pay

  • Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies Real Living Wage Employer

  • Refer a Friend scheme

  • Professional training - suited to your role

  • Extensive Learning & Development opportunities - including opportunities for progression.

  • Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out

  • Bike To Work Scheme

  • Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.

  • Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

  • Occupational Health - Making a positive change to Health & wellbeing at work.

  • Various Rewards & Recognition Awards

  • Stable employer with long-term prospects on the contract