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Plumber Jobs in Tyne and Wear

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​A Plumber is responsible for ensuring water and sanitation systems in residential and commercial buildings are working correctly. Plumbers repair, install and maintain pipes and fixtures, and also inspect drainage and other systems to ensure they’re fully functional and compliant with regulations.

Plumbers are also required to understand blueprints and floorplans to enable them to do their work without interfering with existing infrastructure. Plumbing is a manual role that requires them to be able to cut and bend piping and assemble valves and fittings. Plumbers also work on areas external to properties such as broken drainage and clogged drains. Plumbers will need to have completed an apprenticeship or relevant trade qualifications.

For Plumber jobs, candidates may need to hold a JIB card or CSCS card.

NRL focuses on sourcing and identifying highly qualified and experienced plumbing professionals suited to clients' specific needs. The recruitment process involves screening candidates to ensure possession of the necessary technical skills, certifications, and hands-on experience required for the job. Consideration is also given to the importance of reliability, problem-solving abilities, and compliance with health and safety standards. By matching the right candidates to the right positions, NRL supports both temporary and permanent roles, helping clients maintain efficient and functional plumbing operations while ensuring that candidates receive roles that best match their expertise and career goals.

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Contract Plumber Jobs

Contract Plumber jobs involve working on a fixed-term basis to provide plumbing services for a range of projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial settings. These roles typically require professionals to undertake installations, repairs, and maintenance of various plumbing systems, such as water supply lines, heating systems, and drainage networks. Contract Plumbers must possess strong technical skills, relevant certifications, and practical experience to efficiently manage tasks within specified timelines. Additionally, they need to adhere to health and safety standards, work collaboratively with other tradespeople, and communicate effectively with clients to meet project requirements. Contract positions allow Plumbers to work on a variety of projects, which can help them gain more experience and exposure in the industry.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What does a Plumber do?
  • A Plumber is a skilled tradesperson who specialises in installing, maintaining, and repairing water systems and fixtures. They work with piping, appliances, and fixtures to ensure proper functioning of plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

  • How much are Plumbers paid in the UK?
  • In the UK, Plumbers' salaries vary based on experience and location. On average, entry-level Plumbers earn between £18,000 and £25,000 per year, while experienced Plumbers can earn upwards of £40,000 per year. Self-employed Plumbers or those with specialised expertise may earn even higher incomes.

  • What do Plumbers handle?
  • Plumbers handle a wide range of tasks, including installing and repairing piping, fixtures, and appliances such as sinks, toilets, showers, and water heaters. They also work on heating systems, drainage systems, and gas piping. In addition, Plumbers play a critical role in detecting and fixing leaks, ensuring water efficiency, and maintaining overall safety and functionality of plumbing systems

​Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear is a county in North East England. It is made up of several metropolitan boroughs, including Sunderland, Newcastle upon Tyne and South Tyneside, as well as non-metropolitan districts such as Gateshead, North Tyneside and Northumberland.

The engineering sector in Tyne and Wear is an important part of the local economy. It supports around 100,000 jobs and has seen strong growth over the past years, with £2.8bn of investment across the North East.

Tyne and Wear is a major transport hub for the North East, located at the junction of the A1(M), A19, A1 and M62 motorways. Major rail services include Tyne and Wear Metro, East Coast Mainline, Newcastle-Edinburgh rail link, TransPennine Express routes between York, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Sheffield and regular ferries to North Shields.

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