Cities
Plumber - West of Scotland
Company
Empower Digital Limited
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Salary
£17.62 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
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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.
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
What is the National Living Wage for plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK sets the National Living Wage at £12.50 per hour for all workers aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Employed plumbers must receive at least this rate for a standard 40-hour week, equating to £500 weekly or £26,000 annually before deductions. Overtime must be paid at no less than the minimum rate.
What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the occupation going rate for plumber roles under SOC code 5314 on the Skilled Worker visa. Sponsors must issue a valid Certificate of Sponsorship in 2026, and the role must be at least RQF level 3. The visa duration starts at up to 5 years.
What qualifications are required to work legally as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK states plumbers need an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent plus registration with a competent person scheme such as CIPHE. New entrants from 2026 must complete an apprenticeship or college course meeting Part P building regulations. No experience substitutes for the qualification requirement.
What documents are needed to apply for plumber jobs through the UK government portal in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a National Insurance number, proof of qualifications such as NVQ certificate, and right to work evidence for all plumber applications. Applicants must upload a CV, two references, and DBS check result dated within 2026. Online submission via Find a Job portal closes applications after 30 days.
