Job description
Shift Maintenance Plumber (FM / Building Services)
Newcastle upon Tyne, commutable from: Blyth, Gateshead, Sunderland, Seaham, Durham, Consett, South Shields, Washington, Chester-le-Street & all surrounding areas
£40,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Life Assurance + Healthcare Cash Plan + Pension + Training + Career Progression + Excellent Company Benefits
Are you a hands-on Maintenance Plumber who thrives in a fast-paced, critical environment where your expertise keeps essential services running?
This is an opportunity to join a respected technical services provider, maintaining critical hospital infrastructure that keeps essential operations running smoothly. You'll take ownership of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, working across a wide range of plumbing systems including domestic water services, drainage, and associated plant equipment.
You'll enjoy structured training opportunities, exposure to complex building services systems, and the satisfaction of contributing directly to the smooth operation of a major healthcare environment. This is a role where your practical skills and proactive mindset will make a genuine difference every day.
The organisation delivers high-quality maintenance and facilities management across major public sector estates, with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and professional growth. In this role, you'll be part of a close-knit team known for its collaborative approach, commitment to high standards, and focus on technical progression.
This position would suit a Maintenance Plumber from a facilities management or commercial maintenance background looking for an interesting and varied position with strong development opportunities.
The Role:
Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across plumbing and building services systems
Diagnose and repair faults on domestic water systems, pipework, drainage, and sanitary systems
Carry out PPMs, inspections, and minor installation works
Supervise subcontractors, ensuring safe and compliant work
The Candidate:
NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
Experience within FM, commercial, or healthcare maintenance environments
Knowledge of water hygiene / Legionella control (desirable)
Looking for ongoing training and career development
Reference Number: BBBH270446
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Patrick Simper at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
