Plumber, plumbing engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
John Wright Electrical & Mechanical Services Ltd are one of Yorkshire’s largest Electrical, Plumbing & Heating contractors who supply, install, commission and maintain a wide variety of services in the commercial, industrial and domestic sectors. Due to continuous expansion, we are looking for Plumbers, Mates & Teams to join our Mechanical division. We have an almost full order book for 2023 so looking to add some top-quality engineers to our team to complete contracts throughout the UK.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and hardworking plumbing & heating engineers to our team. A full and current driving licence is essential for the role.
Required Attributes/Skills:
Above all we are looking for a motivated individual with the drive to succeed. Someone with a proven mechanical background, good organisational and communication skills. If you feel you have the experience and skills necessary to join our hardworking, friendly team then please apply today.
Requirements and skills
- Proven experience as a plumber
- Solid understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings
- Working knowledge of heating and ventilation systems
- Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment including crimp fittings. (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Friendly with a great deal of patience
- Good physical condition and strength with the ability to work in awkward spaces
- Diploma from a trade school or successful completion of apprenticeship
- Valid license to practice profession
- Cut, assemble, and install pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure
- Install and maintain water supply systems
- Locate and repair issues with water supply lines (e.g. leaks)
- Repair or replace broken drainage lines, clogged drains.
- Install and maintain liquid heating systems
- Install waste disposal and sanitary systems.
Benefits:
The position comes with a range of benefits including:
- Top rates of pay (dependent upon experience)
- Company Van/Transport
- Holiday pay
- Pension
- Development opportunities (career progression)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Plumbing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Electrical Operatives National Contracts
Expected start date: 06/02/2023
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Plumber, plumbing engineer roles across John Wright Electriccal & Mechanical Services'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 General.
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 £30,000 - £100,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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