Commercial Plumber – Static Site (Barbican Estate)

Location
Barbican Estate, London (Static Role)
Salary
£51,869 per annum (inclusive of £3000 travel allowance)
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Annual Leave
28 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays)

Job Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Plumber to join the on-site maintenance team at the Barbican Estate. This is a static role responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and improvement of a large-scale commercial plumbing and drainage infrastructure, supporting a complex estate with a drainage asset value in excess of £50 million.
The role requires a proactive, safety-conscious individual with strong technical knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary estates team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on commercial plumbing systems
• Maintain and repair hot and cold water systems, soil and waste systems, drainage, pumps, valves, and associated pipework
• Support the operation and maintenance of a large-scale, high-value drainage network across the estate
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime and disruption to residents and stakeholders
• Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety legislation, and best practice
• Complete accurate maintenance records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Liaise with supervisors, engineers, and external contractors as required
• Identify improvement opportunities and report system defects or risks
• Participate in emergency response and fault-finding when required
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional working environment at all times

Skills & Experience
Essential

• Proven experience working as a Commercial Plumber in a large commercial, residential, or estate environment
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing and drainage systems
• Experience working on complex or high-value building services infrastructure
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations and safe systems of work
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience working on static sites, estates, or heritage buildings
• Knowledge of pumps, plant rooms, and large drainage systems
• Experience within FM, local authority, or large residential estates

Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent)
• Relevant industry certifications

Desirable

• Legionella awareness
• Confined spaces awareness
• Water hygiene certification

Additional Information

• Static, site-based role (no travel between sites)
• Opportunity to work on one of London’s most iconic and technically complex estates
• Long-term, stable position within an established maintenance team