PLATINUM RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED
Plumber – Oakham | £30,000 – £36,000 + weekend allowance + long-term stability
Secure prison-based role with structured hours, strong benefits and clear progression
We're recruiting for a Plumber to join a well-established facilities team in Oakham, working within a secure prison environment. This role offers a stable, long-term position with structured working patterns and ongoing development.
This Plumber role in Oakham is ideal for someone looking to grow their skills in a varied and hands-on position, with clear progression opportunities and ongoing training.
Why apply / What's in it for you?
- You'll enjoy a competitive salary with regular reviews
- You'll have clear career progression into senior roles
- You'll benefit from fully funded training and leadership programmes
- You'll receive 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more
- You'll be enrolled in a generous pension scheme with enhanced contributions
- You'll have access to flexible benefits including gym discounts and Cycle2Work
- You'll enjoy exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
- You'll get two paid days each year to support community initiatives
- You'll benefit from family-friendly policies and support networks
- You'll have access to free on-site parking and catering facilities
- You'll receive an additional 15% allowance for weekend rota work
Key Responsibilities:
As a Plumber, you'll play a key role in maintaining site operations through:
- Carrying out routine and reactive plumbing maintenance
- Repairing and maintaining mains water systems
- Fault finding and identifying equipment issues
- Inspecting systems and conducting water sampling
- Completing risk assessments and compliance checks
- Supporting general maintenance tasks as required
What we're looking for:
To be successful in this Plumber role, you should have:
- NVQ Level 2 in plumbing and heating
- Experience in plumbing maintenance within a commercial setting
- Knowledge of plumbing and heating systems and fault finding
- Legionella awareness (desirable)
- Experience operating light plant equipment
- A full UK driving licence
If you're looking for your next step as a Plumber in Oakham, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and growing team. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
Job Number INDCONSTRUCTION 935300
Location Oakham
Role Plumber
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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