Plumber - Bournemouth
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 December 2025 |
| Location: | Bournemouth, Dorset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Groundwork South |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PGB25 |
Summary
Plumber Opportunities – Join Our Award-Winning Water Efficiency Team
Bournemouth | Fixed-Term Contract until 31st March 2026
£29,500 per annum plus benefits | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Groundwork South is recruiting skilled Plumbers to join our nationally recognised Water Efficiency Team, working on vital projects to reduce water-stress in areas across the South of England. As well as domestic water efficiency work (which includes leak fixes, water saving device installation and education) we also support high-footfall businesses clients including sports stadiums, schools, colleges, universities, leisure centres, holiday parks, army barracks and many more.
About the Role
You'll play a key role in reducing water waste by repairing and maintaining internal plumbing systems such as taps, toilets, valves, and overflows—working exclusively with freshwater systems in commercial, educational, and domestic buildings.
What We Offer
• Guaranteed work close to home with no on-call responsibilities.
• Company van, fuel card, and tools provided.
• Freshwater work only – no wastewater jobs
• Regular weekday hours 8am-4pm – no weekend shifts
• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• Health Cash Plan, 24-hour health helpline & Employee Assistance Programme
• PERKS discount scheme and salary sacrifice options (e.g. cycle to work, pension)
• Family-friendly policies for better work-life balance
• Fast-track promotion opportunities to team leader/manager roles.
Who We're Looking For
We’re seeking qualified, hands-on professionals with great people skills and a passion for saving water.
City & Guilds Plumbing Domestic Heating (6189) or equivalent Level 2/3 NVQ
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Proficient with digital tools and systems (iPads and Salesforce, but training provided)
• Experience in manual trades or home repair
• Strong communication skills – able to engage a diverse customer base.
• Practical problem-solving ability
• Awareness of water-saving practices
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
About Us
Groundwork South is a passionate, forward-thinking organisation with a strong track record of environmental and community projects. We value creativity, collaboration, and commitment—and offer real opportunities for personal development and career progression within a supportive team.
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Ready to make a difference?
Join us and help build a more sustainable future while working in a role that’s practical, rewarding, and community focused.
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Apply now!
Download the Job Application pack below:
To apply, please read the Job Description and send your CV and covering letter (explaining how you meet the requirements of the JD) to: recruitment.south@groundwork.org.uk please quote the reference number ‘PGB25’ on your covering letter and email communication.
For further information and to discuss the role please contact Terry Allam at terry.allam@groundwork.org.uk
Closing date for applications: 28th November 2025
Interview date: 8th December 2025 (over Teams)
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
Groundwork South
Groundwork South works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. We have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today we have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working.
We are passionate about creating a future where every neighborhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that we do. Each year we deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change.
Bournemouth | Fixed-Term Contract until 31st March 2026
£29,500 per annum plus benefits | 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Groundwork South is recruiting skilled Plumbers to join our nationally recognised Water Efficiency Team, working on vital projects to reduce water-stress in areas across the South of England. As well as domestic water efficiency work (which includes leak fixes, water saving device installation and education) we also support high-footfall businesses clients including sports stadiums, schools, colleges, universities, leisure centres, holiday parks, army barracks and many more.
About the Role
You'll play a key role in reducing water waste by repairing and maintaining internal plumbing systems such as taps, toilets, valves, and overflows—working exclusively with freshwater systems in commercial, educational, and domestic buildings.
What We Offer
• Guaranteed work close to home with no on-call responsibilities.
• Company van, fuel card, and tools provided.
• Freshwater work only – no wastewater jobs
• Regular weekday hours 8am-4pm – no weekend shifts
• 25 days holiday + public holidays
• Health Cash Plan, 24-hour health helpline & Employee Assistance Programme
• PERKS discount scheme and salary sacrifice options (e.g. cycle to work, pension)
• Family-friendly policies for better work-life balance
• Fast-track promotion opportunities to team leader/manager roles.
Who We're Looking For
We’re seeking qualified, hands-on professionals with great people skills and a passion for saving water.
City & Guilds Plumbing Domestic Heating (6189) or equivalent Level 2/3 NVQ
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Proficient with digital tools and systems (iPads and Salesforce, but training provided)
• Experience in manual trades or home repair
• Strong communication skills – able to engage a diverse customer base.
• Practical problem-solving ability
• Awareness of water-saving practices
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
About Us
Groundwork South is a passionate, forward-thinking organisation with a strong track record of environmental and community projects. We value creativity, collaboration, and commitment—and offer real opportunities for personal development and career progression within a supportive team.
________________________________________
Ready to make a difference?
Join us and help build a more sustainable future while working in a role that’s practical, rewarding, and community focused.
________________________________________
Apply now!
Download the Job Application pack below:
To apply, please read the Job Description and send your CV and covering letter (explaining how you meet the requirements of the JD) to: recruitment.south@groundwork.org.uk please quote the reference number ‘PGB25’ on your covering letter and email communication.
For further information and to discuss the role please contact Terry Allam at terry.allam@groundwork.org.uk
Closing date for applications: 28th November 2025
Interview date: 8th December 2025 (over Teams)
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
Groundwork South
Groundwork South works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. We have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today we have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working.
We are passionate about creating a future where every neighborhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that we do. Each year we deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change.