Plumber – Cardiff | £31,000 – £36,000 + Weekend Allowance + Long-Term Stability

Structured hours, strong benefits and clear progression

This is a Plumber role based at a prison in Cardiff, working as part of a dedicated facilities and maintenance team responsible for keeping the site safe, compliant and fully operational.

The role offers excellent long-term stability, structured working hours and the opportunity to develop your skills through ongoing training and progression.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• Salary of £31,000 – £36,000 per annum
• Additional 15% allowance for weekend rota work
• Clear career progression into senior roles
• Fully funded training and leadership programmes
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Generous pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• Flexible benefits including gym discounts and Cycle2Work
• Exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
• Two paid days each year to support community initiatives
• Family-friendly policies and support networks
• Free on-site parking and catering facilities

Key Responsibilities

As a Plumber, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the site’s plumbing systems and supporting the wider facilities operation, including:

• Carrying out routine and reactive plumbing maintenance
• Repairing and maintaining mains water systems
• Diagnosing faults and identifying issues with plumbing equipment
• Inspecting plumbing systems and carrying out water sampling
• Completing risk assessments and compliance checks
• Supporting general maintenance duties when required
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required standards

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this Plumber role, you should have:

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating
• Previous experience carrying out plumbing maintenance within a commercial environment
• Good knowledge of plumbing and heating systems
• Strong fault-finding skills
• Legionella awareness is desirable
• Full UK driving licence

If you’re an experienced Plumber looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Cardiff, this could be an excellent next step.

Job Number │ INDCONSTRUCTION │48930
Location │ Cardiff
Role │ Plumber

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.