Mechanical Plumber

Posted 24 June 2026
Salary 37000.0
LocationNewcastle
Job type Permanent
Discipline Hard Services Engineering
Reference19355

Job description

Mechanical Plumber

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Competitive Salary + Overtime + On-Call Allowance

Hours:

  • 3 Weeks: 07:30 – 15:30

  • 1 Week: 09:30 – 15:30

  • 1 in 4 Call Out Rota

Mechanical Plumber

We're recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Plumber to join a facilities maintenance team supporting a large and prestigious university campus.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading facilities management provider, working across a diverse estate of academic buildings, laboratories, student facilities and commercial spaces.

The role offers a varied workload, combining planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across a wide range of mechanical and plumbing systems.

The Role

As a Mechanical Plumber, you'll be responsible for:

  • Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

  • Reactive plumbing and mechanical maintenance

  • Maintenance of heating and hot water systems

  • Servicing pumps, motors and valves

  • Maintaining evaporative cooling systems

  • Domestic water system maintenance in line with L8 requirements

  • Fault finding, repairs and remedial works

  • Ensuring plant and equipment remain safe and operational

  • Completing maintenance reports and compliance documentation

  • Delivering excellent customer service across the campus

What We're Looking For

  • NVQ Level 3 Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)

  • Experience within Facilities Management or Building Services Maintenance

  • Knowledge of pumps, motors and valve maintenance

  • Experience working with cooling towers and water systems

  • Understanding of L8 and water hygiene requirements

  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

  • Good understanding of health & safety procedures

What's On Offer?

  • Competitive Salary

  • Overtime Opportunities

  • 1 in 4 Call Out Rota

  • Training & Development Opportunities

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Long-Term Career Progression

  • Stable, Permanent Position

  • Opportunity to work on a prestigious university estate

Apply Today

This role would suit a Mechanical Plumber, Maintenance Plumber, Plumbing & Heating Engineer or Building Services Plumber looking for a long-term opportunity within a professional facilities management environment.

Apply now or contact Ben Edge for a confidential discussion.

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