Job Description

Job Title:

Plumber & Heating Engineer

Department:

Operations

Reports To:

General Manager

Location:

Glasgow base, with travel throughout Scotland

Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:

37.5 hours per week. Overtime is paid. Travel time is paid both ways.

Pay:

31,000.00 - 45,000.00

Job Summary

As a highly skilled and certified Plumber & Heating Engineer for IDM Energy, you will be a key member of our field operations team, responsible for a wide variety of reactive and planned maintenance, installations, and project work in commercial facilities and domestic properties. The core purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality craftsmanship, achieving a "first-time fix" where possible. You will work efficiently to budgets and instructions, consistently upholding the company's high standards for safety and quality while embodying our core values.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Heating Systems

Carry out installation, servicing, and repairs on various heating systems (Gas, Oil, LPG, ASHP). Install full central heating systems, including radiators, pipework, and controls. Diagnose and repair faults in heating systems efficiently and safely.

Plumbing Systems

Perform reactive and planned plumbing maintenance, including repairs to leaks, taps, toilets, and drainage systems. Install new kitchens and bathrooms from start to finish. Install, repair, and maintain hot and cold water systems and sanitary ware.

Operational Duties

Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to execute tasks accurately. Complete detailed job reports for every site visit using the company's job management app. Take full responsibility for managing on-site materials, any provided company vehicle, and using client systems when required. Communicate clearly and professionally with clients on-site and work collaboratively alongside other trades.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a proactive and intuitive individual for a brand new role within our new branch in Scotland's central belt. This expansion is driven by our commitment to servicing key national contracts and represents a significant opportunity for professional growth. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong initiative and the ability to take ownership of projects, while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key skills for this role include:

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. A proven capacity to guide, support, and encourage colleagues. Proficiency with modern technology, including smartphones, relevant applications, and remote working tools.

Experience & Qualifications

A formal qualification in Plumbing & Heating (e.g., City & Guilds, SVQ/NVQ Level 3, or time-served equivalent). Current Domestic Gas Safe registration is essential. Water byelaws qualifications along with vented and unvented tickets are highly diserable. OFTEC and/or LPG qualifications are highly desirable. A renewables qualification is desirable. A minimum of 2 years of time-served experience in a similar, multi-faceted role. A valid CSCS Card. A full, valid UK Driving Licence is essential. The successful candidate must be able to pass Disclosure Scotland and/or Police vetting checks as a requirement for client site access.

Personal Attributes

Highly Independent:

Capable of managing your own workload and taking initiative.

Problem-Solver:

Able to diagnose issues and find practical, effective solutions on site.

Clear Communicator:

Can convey information concisely to clients and colleagues.

Team Player:

Works well with others to achieve a common goal.

Adaptable:

Has a flexible approach and can adjust to changing plans and priorities with ease.

Working Conditions

Travel:

May require extensive travel all over Scotland and may involve working away from home.

Physical Demands:

This is a physically demanding role that requires comfort with working in confined spaces, heavy lifting, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Team Environment:

Your work setting will vary; you will be required to work independently, as part of a small team, and sometimes within a larger, multi-trade team on major projects.

Call outs:

From time to time you may be asked to attend out of hours call outs at short notice.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with paid overtime and bonus opportunities. 30 days of annual leave. Company van and fuel card. Company-provided uniform and smartphone. Private dental, optical, and medical insurance. Comprehensive company pension scheme. A comprehensive compassionate leave policy.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to:

recruitment@idmenergy.co.uk

with the subject line "Plumber & Heating Engineer Application Central Belt".

Please note:

The successful candidate will be required to pass Disclosure Scotland and/or Police vetting checks due to client site access requirements.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company car Company pension Gym membership Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme
Application question(s):

Are you willing to undergo criminal record checks?
Experience:

Plumbing: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

CSCS (preferred) Driving Licence (required) City & Guilds/ SVQ/ NVQ (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road