Home Solutions (Marks Tey)
Interchange Park, 228 Old London Rd, Marks Tey, Colchester , CO6 1EQ

Plumber

Salary: £35,837 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37
Closing Date: Sun 01 Nov 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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Plumber

Working Pattern

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8:30 - 17:00
T
8:30 - 17:00
W
8:30 - 17:00
T
8:30 - 17:00
F
8:30 - 16:30
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S

Agencies

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Who We Are

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

The Role

Eastlight Community Homes has an exciting new permanent, full-time Plumber opening within our Responsive Works team!

As a Plumber for Eastlight, your work will focus on tasks such as major and minor plumbing installations and associated work such as wall tiling, plastering repair works, tank stands, bath panels and frames, floorboard repairs, boxing in pipe work, shelving, sealants, etc.

You’ll also ensure that residents’ homes are safe, well-maintained, and continuously improved, while promoting a positive company image through high-quality workmanship, effective time management, and a customer-focused approach. 

In your day-to-day work, you will operate safely, professionally, and courteously, fully complying with Health & Safety legislation, policies, and procedures. You’ll remain mindful of residents’ individual circumstances, reporting any safeguarding concerns through the appropriate channels, and treating customers and their homes with respect and care. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, you’ll share ideas for service improvement, uphold Equality and Diversity principles, and conduct yourself in a way that builds trust and confidence with residents, colleagues, and the wider public.

Benefits and Compensation

  • £35,837 per annum
  • Permanent, full-time contract
  • Power tools provided + £75 annually towards your hand tools
  • Company van & mileage provided
  • 30 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
  • Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
  • Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
  • A BHSF healthcare cash plan, life assurance
  • Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Must Haves

  • Clean UK Driving Licence
  • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Proven experience in the Plumbing trade, with customer facing experience 

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 1 November 2026 at 23:59

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 12 November 2026 in person at Marks Tey Hub. 

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

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