Maintenance Engineer (Plumber)

Company: E3 Recruitment
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Location: Huddersfield
Job Description:

Maintenance Engineer (Plumber)

Annual Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Benefits

  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Flexi Time – flexible working hours, with allowance for an additional 12 days of annual leave per annum
  • Pension – up to 8% employer contribution
  • Death In Service – up to 5x basic salary (only if enrolled in the pension scheme)
  • Health Care Cash Plan – reimbursement for healthcare appointments, including dental, physiotherapy, and other eligible treatments

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer (Plumber) to join the facilities maintenance team at a leading global company that specialises in mechanical solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to provide reliable, safe, and efficient plumbing maintenance support within a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out reactive and planned maintenance on water supply, drainage, air pipework, and wastewater systems
  • Diagnose and repair leaks, blockages, and failures in pipework, valves, and fixtures
  • Maintain and repair floor drains, grease traps, sumps, and foul water systems
  • Install and modify pipework (plastic, copper, steel) as required
  • Support minor industrial plumbing systems and assist with air pipework connections
  • Conduct routine inspections and assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
  • Ensure compliance with water hygiene standards and relevant plumbing regulations
  • Work collaboratively with electricians, fitters, and other maintenance personnel
  • Participate in emergency call‑out response when necessary

What We’re Looking For

  • Recognised plumbing qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent; NVQ Level 2/City & Guilds considered)
  • Experience in domestic plumbing with exposure to light industrial or commercial environments
  • Understanding of water supply, drainage, sanitary pipework, air pipework, and evaporative cooling towers (desirable)
  • Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skillsAbility to read basic drawings and maintenance instructions
  • Self‑motivated and able to work as part of a team

Additional Information

  • All candidates must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to security and export control restrictions
  • Security clearance will be required for this role

To Apply

If you are a skilled plumber looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV.

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Posted: May 18th, 2026