Plumber
Plumber Opportunities – Join Our Award-Winning Water Efficiency Team
📍 AREAS | Fixed-Term Contract until 31st March 2026
💰 £29,000 per annum plus benefits | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Groundwork South is recruiting skilled Plumbers to join our nationally recognised Water Efficiency Team, working on vital projects to reduce water-stress in areas across the South of England. As well as domestic water efficiency work (which includes leak fixes, water saving device installation and education) we also support high-footfall businesses clients including sports stadiums, schools, colleges, universities, leisure centres, holiday parks, army barracks and many more.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role in reducing water waste by repairing and maintaining internal plumbing systems such as taps, toilets, valves, and overflows—working exclusively with freshwater systems in commercial, educational, and domestic buildings.
What We Offer
- Guaranteed work close to home with no on-call responsibilities.
- Company van, fuel card, and tools provided.
- Freshwater work only – no wastewater jobs
- Regular weekday hours 8am-4pm – no weekend shifts
- 25 days holiday + public holidays
- Health Cash Plan, 24-hour health helpline & Employee Assistance Programme
- PERKS discount scheme and salary sacrifice options (e.g. cycle to work, pension)
- Family-friendly policies for better work-life balance
- Fast-track promotion opportunities to team leader/manager roles.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking qualified, hands-on professionals with great people skills and a passion for saving water.
City & Guilds Plumbing Domestic Heating (6189) or equivalent Level 2/3 NVQ
- Full clean UK driving licence.
- Proficient with digital tools and systems (iPads and Salesforce, but training provided)
- Experience in manual trades or home repair
- Strong communication skills – able to engage a diverse customer base.
- Practical problem-solving ability
- Awareness of water-saving practices
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
About Us
Groundwork South is a passionate, forward-thinking organisation with a strong track record of environmental and community projects. We value creativity, collaboration, and commitment—and offer real opportunities for personal development and career progression within a supportive team.
Ready to make a difference?
Join us and help build a more sustainable future while working in a role that’s practical, rewarding, and community focused.
Apply now!
Job Description Water Efficiency Plumber (South East Water) JD & PS
To apply, please read the Job Description and send your CV and covering letter (explaining how you meet the requirements of the JD) to: recruitment.south@groundwork.org.uk please quote the reference number ‘P0625’ on your covering letter and email communication.
| Closing date for applications: | TBC |
| Interview date: | When the position has been filled (over Teams) |
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).