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Position Overview & Specifications
Our Client
My client is a privately owned regional main contractor and developer who work across a wide range of private HMO projects for professionals across Greater Manchester region. They undertake all aspects of construction work from refurbishment, design & build, plumbing and gas, electric and all other trades on site. Their aim is the delivery of specialist construction services to valued clients; whilst striving for total client satisfaction in everything that they do. The company are currently looking to grow they team and employ a Gas Safe Plumbing Engineer to work on sites across Greater Manchester.
This is a permanent position and a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable company going through a period of significant growth, with their ever-expanding portfolio of high-profile development projects.
Main Duties of the Role
- Installation and replacement of boilers within our clients’ domestic properties
- To complete works on HMO and renovation projects in the Greater Manchester region
- Complete material call offs and order with our procurement team when requested.
- Communicate effectively with our office staff to maintain an accurate record of all work carried out.
- Upgrades of existing heating systems
- To carry out pipe runs – input of layout design and installation.
- Post installation inspections and remedial works in all client properties
- Ensure jobs are completed to specification and on time.
- When necessary, work alongside other trades team colleagues to ensure a successful well-organized installation as a whole, to meet time deadlines given.
Essential skills and certifications
- Minimum of 3 years plus experience working as a Gas Safe Engineer and preferably experienced in HMO project developments.
- Time served (Minimum 3 years)
- CCN1, CKR1, HTR1 along with CENWAT or CEN1 and CPA1
- Completing documentation to sign off
- NVQ Level 2 in plumbing or equivalent
- Unvented Hot Water
- Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations – Desirable
- Competent with 1 st fix and 2 nd fix plumbing works
- Competent in IT skills – to be able to document information to managers and to office help desk
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance
- Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team.
- A full UK driving licence - Must have your own vehicle and tools - these are not supplied
The Rewards
Our client is willing to offer a competitive basic salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum. Other benefits include:
- Fuel card / Mileage allowance / onsite parking etc.…
- Salary increases after probation period.
- Company pension
- Company bonus scheme
- Company social events
- Holiday allowance + bank holidays
- View to provide a company vehicle or allowance after probationary period
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint:
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for plumber roles across ATS Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to .
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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