Multi Plumber

37.5 hours per week.

Includes a Recruitment & Retention payment (£3,277) & On call after probationary period.

The Livewell Southwest Estates team provide both

planned and reactive maintenance to buildings across Plymouth and the

surrounding area. It is the responsibility of the Estates team to ensure that

buildings are compliant with all current legislation and are kept in good

condition to enhance the patient and staff experience.

Must be able to work independently or as part of a

team and with limited direct supervision as circumstances require. The post

holder will have responsibility for the technical overseeing and supervision of

mechanical installations and maintenance carried out by directly employed,

agency or contract maintenance staff and contractors.

Required to foster good working relationships with

customers, service users, managers, contractors and staff at all levels and at

all times. The post holder will communicate with various disciplines in an

effective manner using tact and diplomacy in often difficult situations,

ensuring confidentiality is maintained when appropriate.

Main duties of the job

To work

as a member of a multi-tasking maintenance team providing professional and

technical leadership with an effective and efficient customer-focused

maintenance service to provide a fit for purpose estate and environment to all

Livewell Southwest owned, leased or rented properties.

To

undertake maintenance, installation and repair work for mechanical services and

equipment including heating systems, plumbing, water distribution systems,

drainage systems, and related building services.

The post

holder will be required to carry out routine maintenance and repair of a range

of mechanical equipment within Livewell Southwest hospitals, health centres,

clinics and administration buildings including heating systems, hot and cold

water systems, foul and rainwater drainage, sanitary ware, medical gas systems,

air handling equipment and associated mechanical plant, equipment and

processes.

Whilst

the primary task is to undertake plumbing and mechanical works, the post holder

is expected to have a flexible approach and be prepared to turn their hand to

several maintenance tasks associated with other disciplines including basic

electrical, decoration, carpentry and building work.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

About us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

pa, pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Job share,

Flexible working

Reference number

B9832-2026-MC-241

Job locations

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

o Undertake tasks appropriate to the

Plumber role as delegated by line management or helpdesk, managing and

prioritizing workload effectively.

o When assessed as competent by Line

Management, to undertake tasks and duties outside core working hours as an

on-call Duty Engineer, in accordance with published rosters and as directed by

Line Management.

o The post holder will be expected to

undertake maintenance and repair of a range of mechanical equipment and systems

including but not limited to:

• Hot

and cold water distribution systems

• Heating

systems and component parts thereof

• Foul

and rainwater drainage systems

• Sanitary

ware and associated equipment

• Medical

gas systems

• Air

handling equipment and ventilation systems

• Pumps

and associated equipment

• Pressurisation

units

• Calorifiers

and water heaters

• Thermostatic

mixing valves

• Water

treatment systems

• Macerators

• Associated

mechanical plant and equipment

o Be responsible for the technical

overseeing and supervision of all mechanical installations and maintenance

carried out by all directly employed, agency or contract maintenance staff and

maintenance contractors.

o Monitor quality related maintenance and

minor improvement work undertaken by Trust maintenance staff and contractors,

to confirm compliance, timescales, standards and value for money against

measured service level agreements.

o Monitor and report to the Maintenance

Manager and customers in relation to Key Performance Indicators.

o Be responsible for pricing New Works

Requests (NWR) ensuring these are completed within appropriate deadlines,

arranging completion of these works following authorization.

o Assist in the allocation of staff daily

work, prioritizing as required whilst motivating the team to achieve the end

result.

o Liaise with the helpdesk in prioritising

maintenance requests and respond to mechanical services related incidents as

they arise, advising on appropriate course of action.

o Be responsible for carrying out risk

assessments and advising on the safe working practices of all related

maintenance staff.

o Plan and develop, in conjunction with

the Maintenance Manager, appropriate training for mechanical maintenance staff

to ensure the team are up to date with current legislation and new working

practices.

o Advise the Maintenance Manager of any

problems or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations

that appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes

apparent. Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to

staff, visitors or patients to always ensure highest levels of safety.

o Be responsible for providing advice to

the Capital Project team or other external bodies on mechanical

installations/works within Livewell Southwest's building stock.

o Be responsible for advising on planned

preventative maintenance systems to confirm that all scheduled items are

undertaken in the most efficient and effective manner and review regularly.

o Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work. Capable of diagnosing and

repairing complex faults in mechanical building services including fault

finding and solving complex issues with plumbing.

o Ascertain and obtain materials,

equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for

the maintenance task. Monitor the purchase and distribution of maintenance

supplies and equipment for the department taking into account cost, reliability

and quality. Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the

work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable timescales.

o Be responsible for raising purchase

orders for external companies as required, ensuring correct codes and due

diligence is undertaken.

o Be responsible for maintaining

appropriate tools and equipment for the safe undertaking of all maintenance

works.

o The position is likely to necessitate

training either to keep up to date with new regulations, or to implement safe

systems of work.

o Liaise with contractors where they have

been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient

and effective operations. Be responsible for attending pre-contract and

progress meetings in order to provide specialist advice on potentially complex

matters such as mechanical regulations.

o Liaise and negotiate with contractors in

regard to minor project work.

o Undertake the necessary training,

work-experience and competence assessments to become an Authorised Person (AP)

for water and other mechanical disciplines in accordance with HTM 01-08.

o As required, undertake duties associated

with cover of the Dental Services Sterilisation requirement under HTM 01-05.

o Provide advice and guidance to

contractors and project managers in relation to mechanical installations and

reactive work.

o Be responsible for confirming that all

work undertaken on all Livewell Southwest sites are undertaken to all Statutory

and other relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice, in particular to those

related to Health and Safety, Compliance, HTMs 01-08 and the organisation's

Standing Financial Instructions.

o Participate in maintenance reviews as

required and conduct user satisfaction surveys.

o Implement and contribute to policy and

service development in relation to own area.

o Pay particular need to keeping abreast

of policies and procedures relating to administration and Health and Safety,

HTMs 01-08 and carry out risk assessments as appropriate.

o Keep abreast of all Estates developments

to ensure proper pre-planning of resources and service requirements.

Job responsibilities

o Undertake tasks appropriate to the

Plumber role as delegated by line management or helpdesk, managing and

prioritizing workload effectively.

o When assessed as competent by Line

Management, to undertake tasks and duties outside core working hours as an

on-call Duty Engineer, in accordance with published rosters and as directed by

Line Management.

o The post holder will be expected to

undertake maintenance and repair of a range of mechanical equipment and systems

including but not limited to:

• Hot

and cold water distribution systems

• Heating

systems and component parts thereof

• Foul

and rainwater drainage systems

• Sanitary

ware and associated equipment

• Medical

gas systems

• Air

handling equipment and ventilation systems

• Pumps

and associated equipment

• Pressurisation

units

• Calorifiers

and water heaters

• Thermostatic

mixing valves

• Water

treatment systems

• Macerators

• Associated

mechanical plant and equipment

o Be responsible for the technical

overseeing and supervision of all mechanical installations and maintenance

carried out by all directly employed, agency or contract maintenance staff and

maintenance contractors.

o Monitor quality related maintenance and

minor improvement work undertaken by Trust maintenance staff and contractors,

to confirm compliance, timescales, standards and value for money against

measured service level agreements.

o Monitor and report to the Maintenance

Manager and customers in relation to Key Performance Indicators.

o Be responsible for pricing New Works

Requests (NWR) ensuring these are completed within appropriate deadlines,

arranging completion of these works following authorization.

o Assist in the allocation of staff daily

work, prioritizing as required whilst motivating the team to achieve the end

result.

o Liaise with the helpdesk in prioritising

maintenance requests and respond to mechanical services related incidents as

they arise, advising on appropriate course of action.

o Be responsible for carrying out risk

assessments and advising on the safe working practices of all related

maintenance staff.

o Plan and develop, in conjunction with

the Maintenance Manager, appropriate training for mechanical maintenance staff

to ensure the team are up to date with current legislation and new working

practices.

o Advise the Maintenance Manager of any

problems or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations

that appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes

apparent. Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to

staff, visitors or patients to always ensure highest levels of safety.

o Be responsible for providing advice to

the Capital Project team or other external bodies on mechanical

installations/works within Livewell Southwest's building stock.

o Be responsible for advising on planned

preventative maintenance systems to confirm that all scheduled items are

undertaken in the most efficient and effective manner and review regularly.

o Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work. Capable of diagnosing and

repairing complex faults in mechanical building services including fault

finding and solving complex issues with plumbing.

o Ascertain and obtain materials,

equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for

the maintenance task. Monitor the purchase and distribution of maintenance

supplies and equipment for the department taking into account cost, reliability

and quality. Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the

work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable timescales.

o Be responsible for raising purchase

orders for external companies as required, ensuring correct codes and due

diligence is undertaken.

o Be responsible for maintaining

appropriate tools and equipment for the safe undertaking of all maintenance

works.

o The position is likely to necessitate

training either to keep up to date with new regulations, or to implement safe

systems of work.

o Liaise with contractors where they have

been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient

and effective operations. Be responsible for attending pre-contract and

progress meetings in order to provide specialist advice on potentially complex

matters such as mechanical regulations.

o Liaise and negotiate with contractors in

regard to minor project work.

o Undertake the necessary training,

work-experience and competence assessments to become an Authorised Person (AP)

for water and other mechanical disciplines in accordance with HTM 01-08.

o As required, undertake duties associated

with cover of the Dental Services Sterilisation requirement under HTM 01-05.

o Provide advice and guidance to

contractors and project managers in relation to mechanical installations and

reactive work.

o Be responsible for confirming that all

work undertaken on all Livewell Southwest sites are undertaken to all Statutory

and other relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice, in particular to those

related to Health and Safety, Compliance, HTMs 01-08 and the organisation's

Standing Financial Instructions.

o Participate in maintenance reviews as

required and conduct user satisfaction surveys.

o Implement and contribute to policy and

service development in relation to own area.

o Pay particular need to keeping abreast

of policies and procedures relating to administration and Health and Safety,

HTMs 01-08 and carry out risk assessments as appropriate.

o Keep abreast of all Estates developments

to ensure proper pre-planning of resources and service requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds parts 1 and 2 or NVQ Qualification level 3 in Plumbing or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Full and clean driving licence
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Water Regulations (WRAS) trained

Desirable

• ONC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
• AP Water and Confined spaces training (or ability to undertake)
• Mechanical to approved status of JIB (electro technical) graded
• Competent to carry out portable appliance testing.
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience relative to the role

Desirable

• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and inspection
• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Comprehensive knowledge of core trade plus knowledge and understanding of other trades associated with the role
• Familiar with fault finding techniques
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Familiar with Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge
• Conversant with HTMs and other associated safety documentation

Specific skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds parts 1 and 2 or NVQ Qualification level 3 in Plumbing or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Full and clean driving licence
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Water Regulations (WRAS) trained

Desirable

• ONC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
• AP Water and Confined spaces training (or ability to undertake)
• Mechanical to approved status of JIB (electro technical) graded
• Competent to carry out portable appliance testing.
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience relative to the role

Desirable

• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and inspection
• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Comprehensive knowledge of core trade plus knowledge and understanding of other trades associated with the role
• Familiar with fault finding techniques
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Familiar with Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge
• Conversant with HTMs and other associated safety documentation

Specific skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

o Undertake tasks appropriate to the

Plumber role as delegated by line management or helpdesk, managing and

prioritizing workload effectively.

o When assessed as competent by Line

Management, to undertake tasks and duties outside core working hours as an

on-call Duty Engineer, in accordance with published rosters and as directed by

Line Management.

o The post holder will be expected to

undertake maintenance and repair of a range of mechanical equipment and systems

including but not limited to:

• Hot

and cold water distribution systems

• Heating

systems and component parts thereof

• Foul

and rainwater drainage systems

• Sanitary

ware and associated equipment

• Medical

gas systems

• Air

handling equipment and ventilation systems

• Pumps

and associated equipment

• Pressurisation

units

• Calorifiers

and water heaters

• Thermostatic

mixing valves

• Water

treatment systems

• Macerators

• Associated

mechanical plant and equipment

o Be responsible for the technical

overseeing and supervision of all mechanical installations and maintenance

carried out by all directly employed, agency or contract maintenance staff and

maintenance contractors.

o Monitor quality related maintenance and

minor improvement work undertaken by Trust maintenance staff and contractors,

to confirm compliance, timescales, standards and value for money against

measured service level agreements.

o Monitor and report to the Maintenance

Manager and customers in relation to Key Performance Indicators.

o Be responsible for pricing New Works

Requests (NWR) ensuring these are completed within appropriate deadlines,

arranging completion of these works following authorization.

o Assist in the allocation of staff daily

work, prioritizing as required whilst motivating the team to achieve the end

result.

o Liaise with the helpdesk in prioritising

maintenance requests and respond to mechanical services related incidents as

they arise, advising on appropriate course of action.

o Be responsible for carrying out risk

assessments and advising on the safe working practices of all related

maintenance staff.

o Plan and develop, in conjunction with

the Maintenance Manager, appropriate training for mechanical maintenance staff

to ensure the team are up to date with current legislation and new working

practices.

o Advise the Maintenance Manager of any

problems or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations

that appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes

apparent. Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to

staff, visitors or patients to always ensure highest levels of safety.

o Be responsible for providing advice to

the Capital Project team or other external bodies on mechanical

installations/works within Livewell Southwest's building stock.

o Be responsible for advising on planned

preventative maintenance systems to confirm that all scheduled items are

undertaken in the most efficient and effective manner and review regularly.

o Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work. Capable of diagnosing and

repairing complex faults in mechanical building services including fault

finding and solving complex issues with plumbing.

o Ascertain and obtain materials,

equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for

the maintenance task. Monitor the purchase and distribution of maintenance

supplies and equipment for the department taking into account cost, reliability

and quality. Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the

work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable timescales.

o Be responsible for raising purchase

orders for external companies as required, ensuring correct codes and due

diligence is undertaken.

o Be responsible for maintaining

appropriate tools and equipment for the safe undertaking of all maintenance

works.

o The position is likely to necessitate

training either to keep up to date with new regulations, or to implement safe

systems of work.

o Liaise with contractors where they have

been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient

and effective operations. Be responsible for attending pre-contract and

progress meetings in order to provide specialist advice on potentially complex

matters such as mechanical regulations.

o Liaise and negotiate with contractors in

regard to minor project work.

o Undertake the necessary training,

work-experience and competence assessments to become an Authorised Person (AP)

for water and other mechanical disciplines in accordance with HTM 01-08.

o As required, undertake duties associated

with cover of the Dental Services Sterilisation requirement under HTM 01-05.

o Provide advice and guidance to

contractors and project managers in relation to mechanical installations and

reactive work.

o Be responsible for confirming that all

work undertaken on all Livewell Southwest sites are undertaken to all Statutory

and other relevant Regulations, Codes of Practice, in particular to those

related to Health and Safety, Compliance, HTMs 01-08 and the organisation's

Standing Financial Instructions.

o Participate in maintenance reviews as

required and conduct user satisfaction surveys.

o Implement and contribute to policy and

service development in relation to own area.

o Pay particular need to keeping abreast

of policies and procedures relating to administration and Health and Safety,

HTMs 01-08 and carry out risk assessments as appropriate.

o Keep abreast of all Estates developments

to ensure proper pre-planning of resources and service requirements.

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds parts 1 and 2 or NVQ Qualification level 3 in Plumbing or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Full and clean driving licence
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Water Regulations (WRAS) trained

Desirable

• ONC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
• AP Water and Confined spaces training (or ability to undertake)
• Mechanical to approved status of JIB (electro technical) graded
• Competent to carry out portable appliance testing.
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience relative to the role

Desirable

• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and inspection
• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Comprehensive knowledge of core trade plus knowledge and understanding of other trades associated with the role
• Familiar with fault finding techniques
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Familiar with Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge
• Conversant with HTMs and other associated safety documentation

Specific skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated