Maintenance Plumber - Newton Abbot

Build a long-term career — not just your next job We’re expanding our commercial plumbing team across the South West due to growth on long-term contracts and we are now recruiting for a Commercial Plumber to be based in the Newton Abbot area. Before we get into the day-to-day, here’s what really matters: What we offer: Realistic earnings of c£45,000 when door-to-door travel time, on-call payments and overtime is included Salary up to £38,000, depending on experience Company van + fuel card Overtime available (never forced) 29 days holiday (incl.

bank holidays) A paid day off for your birthday Simply Health cash plan Comprehensive discounts platform and benefits portal Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay Employee Assistance Programme Holiday purchase scheme Career progression — the real kind At Sherwoods, progression isn’t rushed and it isn’t based on empty promises.

Several members of our senior leadership team started with us as apprentices . They learned the trade properly, proved themselves over time, and progressed because they were ready — not because of a job title being dangled in front of them. That’s exactly how we still do things today. We won’t promise you a supervisor role in three months.

What we will offer is: A stable, growing business Clear opportunities as the company expands Support, training, and trust as you develop A long-term career path if you want one If you’re good at what you do, committed, and want to grow, we’ll back you. Why this role is different This is a role for commercial plumbers who want to settle in and build something, not hop between short-term jobs.

Planned work with realistic schedules Trusted to manage your day once on site No micromanagement, no unnecessary pressure A business that hires ahead of demand, not after people burn out What you’ll be doing Planned and reactive commercial plumbing maintenance across client sites Fault finding, repairs, and minor installation works Working to a realistic, pre-planned schedule Completing work safely and in line with regulations What you’ll need NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent) Experience in a commercial or maintenance environment Full UK driving licence Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check Why Sherwoods?

We’re a family-run business with over 50 years of doing things properly. We plan ahead, invest in our people, and promote from within wherever possible. If you want a role where you can do good work, develop properly, and progress over time, you’ll fit right in here. Apply now. No perfect CV needed — send what you’ve got.

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