Plumber - West of Scotland

Plumber - West of Scotland


Company
Empower Digital Limited
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Salary
£17.62 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Totaljobs

Job Description
Trade: Plumber

Location: West of Scotland, Renfrewshire & Surrounds

Type: Permanent, Mobile Working

Rate: Between £17.62 and £19.23 p/h DOE,

Pension: Government Stakeholder,

Vehicle: Provided

Consilium Contracting Services Ltd are an extremely fast paced 24/7 Multi-Trade contracting company, operating throughout the West of Scotland area, but won’t be restricted to that area alone. They work in Social Housing delivering all types of reactive and response Plumbing Maintenance, Installations & Repairs.

They are looking to add another fully qualified but experienced Reactive Repairs Plumber to the team, they are looking for someone who can and will develop into a working supervisor. Ideally the individual will be familiar with Social Housing. It is essential you and have experience in Maintenance & Reactive Plumbing.

You will travel throughout the Borders region, based in the West of Scotland. The role will consist of, but not restricted to:
• > Social Housing: Void Property upgrades (namely plumbing only works - but you will be asked to assist ither trades from time to time), Reactive Plumbing Repairs, Plumbing upgrades and Installations to homes and respite/care facilities.
• > All type plumbing works must be undertaken to Bathroom, Kitchen Refurbs, Ensuite Upgrades, Medical Adaptations / General Plumbing Installations (WCs/Baths etc).

Please note: You will be required at times "To get the job over the line" and not leave a customer without essential needs. There is an ON-CALL Rota (approximately 1 in 4) for this role, remunerated accordingly.
• ***We ask that you work your 8 hours per day in full, you are and will be monitored for start and finish times. Please simply be ethical and moral, work your 8 hours per day- a fair days pay for a fair days work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for qualified plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for plumbers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate with no less than 1.5 times for hours above 40 per week under the Working Time Regulations. Employers must keep records for 3 years.
Q What visa and salary threshold apply for non-UK plumbers seeking work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK plumbers require a Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary threshold of £40,000 or the going rate for plumbers whichever is higher as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed employer plus English language at B1 level. Applications must be made online with a £719 fee for up to 3 years.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to work legally as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, plumbers must hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card for site access. Three years of relevant experience is mandatory for supervisory roles and Gas Safe registration is required for any gas work. Apprenticeships must be completed through approved providers listed on the Find an Apprenticeship service.
Q How many hours can plumbers work per week and what annual leave entitlement applies in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, plumbers are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over 17 weeks unless they opt out in writing. Full-time workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays equating to 28 days for a 5-day week. Rest breaks of 20 minutes apply after 6 hours of work.
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