Plumber
Salary: £35,467 per annum (pro rata)-
Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 month
- Working Hours: 39 hours per week
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Service area: Property Services.
- Office basis: Agile
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Location: Leyland
At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.
We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.
From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.
The role
- As a Plumber in our Property Services team, you will carry out a wide range of plumbing repairs, void reinstatement, planned maintenance and installation work across our homes and properties.
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You will complete work safely, efficiently and to a high standard, making sure repairs are delivered with care, quality and respect for our customers and their homes.
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You will manage materials responsibly, follow agreed stock and stores procedures, and work in line with relevant health and safety requirements, building regulations, codes of practice and risk assessments.
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You will communicate clearly with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, keep appointments, respond promptly within agreed timescales and take part in the out of hours operative rota for genuine emergency repairs.
What we’re looking for
Essential
- Recognised trade qualification, such as NVQ, SVQ or City & Guilds in Plumbing.
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Experience of carrying out all types of plumbing work for internal and external customers.
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Knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work.
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Experience of dealing with people in a customer service environment.
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Ability to keep accurate records.
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Able to work on your own initiative, stay self-motivated and work effectively under pressure.
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Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
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Hard working, with an enthusiastic and flexible approach to the role.
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Able to present a positive image of Progress Housing Group and remain polite and courteous at all times.
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Aware of your own development needs and committed to working towards them.
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to participate in the out of hours duty rota within Property Services.
Desirable
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
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Recognised water authority qualification to work on potable water.
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Experience of working for a social housing landlord.
Our offer to you
Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.
Financial
Competitive salary with occupational sick pay
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Access to a great pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%
Salary sacrifice greencar lease scheme
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Offers, discounts and reloadable payment cards from entertainment, sports, retail and dining partners
Work-life balance
26 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 31 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days and a paid day off for your birthday.
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Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options
- Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Wellbeing
- Progression opportunities and training
- Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash
- Colleague Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging networks, wellbeing champions and People Forum
About Progress Housing Group
More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.
People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.
Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.
We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.
Our sector plays a crucial role in contributing to a fairer, and more equitable society. Working here offers a genuine opportunity to positively influence communities and people’s lives.
Looking forward at Progress
Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.
We’re investing in our people, technology and services to build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future for our customers and communities.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.
AI Statement
We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.
However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality
Next steps
Closing date: midnight on Sunday 23rd August 2026
Shortlisting date: Monday 24th August 2026
Interview date: 8th and 9th of September 2026
Interview type: In person at our Leyland office
