Plumber

Job summary

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

We are looking to recruit a skilled and motivated Multi Skilled Craftsperson (Plumber) to join our Estates Team based at Darlington Memorial Hospital. The successful candidate will undertake a wide range of plumbing installation, maintenance and repair duties across the Trust's estate, helping to ensure a safe, compliant and comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team, you will carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and minor installation works, whilst maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance with all relevant legislation and healthcare guidance.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive plumbing maintenance service across Trust premises. Duties will include carrying out planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs and installation works on plumbing, drainage and associated mechanical services. The postholder will respond to breakdowns, complete work orders using electronic systems, undertake minor works projects and support other engineering trades where required. The role involves working independently, interpreting technical drawings and specifications, maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and healthcare standards, and providing a high-quality service within clinical and non-clinical environments.

About us

SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is separate legal body to CDDFT.

SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:

• A Competitive salary
• Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
• Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
• Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)

Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only

Eligibility for sponsorship will be assessed in line with current Home Office guidance.

This is a legal and regulatory requirement, and we cannot proceed with sponsorship until UKVI has completed the approval process.

We regret any inconvenience this causes. Our decision is based solely on our current regulatory position and is not related to your suitability for the role or any personal characteristic.

Please note that we may close any vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Details

• Date posted: 15 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £30,949 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: M9439-SCL405-1
• Job locations: Darlington Memorial Hospital, Hollyhurst Road, Darlington, DL3 6HX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

The post holder will carry out a wide range of duties covering all aspects of plumbing maintenance and installation across Trust properties. Responsibilities include:

Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance of plumbing systems and equipment.

Installation, maintenance and repair of sanitary ware, water services, drainage systems and associated pipework.

Investigation and rectification of plumbing faults and system failures.

Clearing drainage blockages and undertaking routine inspections of drainage infrastructure.

Measuring, fabricating and installing plumbing components and systems.

Working from technical drawings, specifications and instructions without direct supervision.

Recording completed works, materials used and labour details through the Estates helpdesk system and handheld devices.

Supporting minor maintenance activities across other engineering disciplines where appropriate.

Erecting and dismantling modular scaffold systems in accordance with training and procedures.

Isolating and disconnecting electrical supplies to equipment when undertaking plumbing repairs or replacement.

Maintaining compliance with Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), statutory regulations, British Standards and Trust procedures.

Working safely within occupied healthcare environments, including wards and patient areas.

Providing advice and guidance to colleagues, contractors and users of Trust facilities regarding plumbing systems and safe working practices.

Participating in emergency and out-of-hours maintenance activities as required.