Job Description
VIVO Defence Services
Commercial Plumber
VIVO Defence Services • Farthinghoe, United Kingdom • via LinkedIn
28 days ago
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
Apply on LinkedIn
Job description
Job Req ID: 303661
Posting Start Date: * Sept 2026
Location:
Brackley, Northamptonshire, GB, NN13 5NQ
Contract Type: Full Time
Job Advertisement:
Who We Are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.
What We Do
We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.
Commercial Plumber
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: RAF Croughton/ RAF Barford St Johns
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Upto £32,000 dependent on experience
At VIVO, we’re not just filling a plumbing role – we’re offering the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team that supports vital defence infrastructure.
As a Plumber at RAF Croughton/ RAF Barford St Johns, you’ll contribute directly to maintaining critical systems and delivering dependable service to the United States Visiting Forces. This is your chance to take your skills to a unique environment where precision and quality matter every day.
About the role:
You will be responsible for carrying out maintenance, repairs, and minor works on domestic plumbing systems, including married family housing and dormitories, ensuring all activity is completed efficiently and safely in line with our service standards. The role includes scheduled preventative maintenance and urgent reactive tasks across RAF Croughton and RAF Barford St Johns.
As a Plumber, you will work closely with on-site supervisors and a wider team of skilled professionals. Daily tasks will be assigned using a tablet or paper-based instruction which you will then travel to in your provided company van and you will be expected to complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
What you will need;
We are looking for candidates with recognised plumbing qualifications or at least three years of relevant experience. A solid understanding of health and safety practices, including COSHH and RIDDOR, is essential. You must hold a full UK driving licence and be eligible to obtain Security Clearance at the SC level. Strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently are key qualities we value. You must be happy to lone work, as this role will be predominantly lone working.
Desirable but not required attributes include experience with mechanical or electrical systems in commercial environments, previous work within the MOD, and qualifications in first aid or health and safety.
Joining VIVO means being part of a growing, forward-thinking organisation committed to supporting the UK’s defence capability. We offer career development opportunities, ongoing training, and the chance to work on varied and meaningful projects where your contribution truly counts.
If you're ready to take the next step in your plumbing career and want to be part of a team that delivers with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer;
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• 25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Volunteer leave
• One paid professional subscription
• Life Assurance Policy
• Employee discount and reward schemes
• Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
• A company that recognises your contribution
• Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression
VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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ITS Property Maintenance
Plumber
ITS Property Maintenance • Woodside, United Kingdom • via Adzuna
7 days ago
£42K–£47K a year
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
Apply on Adzuna
Job description
SW-007-PlumbHN-182
Plumber
£42,000 - £47,000 per annum Working for a National Maintenance Contractor
Planned Maintenance (PPM) & Reactive Repairs
Mobile role covering multiple secure sites across Herts, Beds & Northants
Permanent position
• This role will be working within live, occupied Category B and C prisons
• Please be aware that you will be required to undertake a full prison vetting and enhanced DBS check
• Start times will be subject to vetting lead times (typically 3–4 weeks)
Position good to knows
We are working in partnership with a national maintenance contractor to recruit a permanent Plumber to deliver a combination of Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and reactive plumbing repairs across a portfolio of occupied prison environments in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire.
This is a mobile, field-based role offering a secure long-term career opportunity with a well-established contractor, supported by ongoing training and development. You’ll be working across several prison sites, carrying out maintenance works in live settings such as cell blocks, shower rooms, education facilities, canteens, and communal areas.
You will be responsible for ensuring water systems remain safe, compliant and fully operational — while delivering a professional, security-conscious service.
Important good to knows
• All applicants will need to pass a security vetting and enhanced DBS check
• Mobile phones and personal items will not be permitted beyond prison gate security
• All tools, equipment and materials will be signed in/out daily and moved securely between locations
• You will be working in occupied, live environments, and must be comfortable working in and around prison staff and inmates
• You will be part of a supported estates team with a daily access schedule, working closely with prison facilities leads
Key elements of the role and your responsibilities
• Carry out Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) across prison water and heating systems
• Deliver a reactive repair service – diagnosing faults and completing plumbing-related maintenance
• Maintain and repair pipework, toilets, basins, urinals, showers, hot/cold feeds, and heating circuits
• Support water hygiene requirements including temperature checks, flushing and TMV maintenance
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with Water Regulations and Health & Safety protocols
• Complete minor associated works as needed – making good, minor sealing, tiling, etc.
• Record works completed using mobile device or job sheet systems (training provided)
• Liaise with prison maintenance managers and security staff to access and complete planned works
What you need to bring to the role
• Qualified Plumber / Plumbing & Heating Engineer with proven PPM and reactive repair experience
• Recognised qualifications – City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing or Heating
• Good knowledge of building services, water hygiene, and basic multi-trade repairs
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments such as prisons, hospitals, MOD or education
• Valid CSCS card or H&S awareness certification
• UK Driving Licence – van provided
• Strong communication, fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to complete prison clearance and vetting process
What’s included
• Permanent PAYE role with full benefits
• Company van, fuel card, mobile and uniform provided
• Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm (40 hrs/week)
• £42,000 – £47,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Training, compliance support, and optional upskilling
• Geographical patch: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire
• Working across a secure portfolio of long-standing prison contracts
• Long-term career potential within a stable FM contractor
Next step to apply for this Plumber role
If you have relevant experience in plumbing and maintenance across secure or public sector settings, and are looking for a secure, permanent role with all tools and support provided, please apply today. A consultant from ITS Property Maintenance will be in touch to explain the vetting process, project scope, and onboarding timelines in more detail.
ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.
We specialise in working within the maintenance, FM, and public-sector estates sector where we support:
✅ Housing Associations
✅ Local Authorities
✅ Direct Labour Organisations (DLOs)
✅ Prisons and MOD Estates
✅ Healthcare and Education Providers
✅ National FM & Maintenance Contractors
Providing:
✅ Maintenance Trades and Labour Operatives
✅ Operational and Delivery Support Professionals
✅ Permanent & Contract Technical Appointments
Commercial Plumber
VIVO Defence Services • Farthinghoe, United Kingdom • via LinkedIn
28 days ago
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
Apply on LinkedIn
Job description
Job Req ID: 303661
Posting Start Date: * Sept 2026
Location:
Brackley, Northamptonshire, GB, NN13 5NQ
Contract Type: Full Time
Job Advertisement:
Who We Are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.
What We Do
We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.
Commercial Plumber
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: RAF Croughton/ RAF Barford St Johns
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Upto £32,000 dependent on experience
At VIVO, we’re not just filling a plumbing role – we’re offering the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team that supports vital defence infrastructure.
As a Plumber at RAF Croughton/ RAF Barford St Johns, you’ll contribute directly to maintaining critical systems and delivering dependable service to the United States Visiting Forces. This is your chance to take your skills to a unique environment where precision and quality matter every day.
About the role:
You will be responsible for carrying out maintenance, repairs, and minor works on domestic plumbing systems, including married family housing and dormitories, ensuring all activity is completed efficiently and safely in line with our service standards. The role includes scheduled preventative maintenance and urgent reactive tasks across RAF Croughton and RAF Barford St Johns.
As a Plumber, you will work closely with on-site supervisors and a wider team of skilled professionals. Daily tasks will be assigned using a tablet or paper-based instruction which you will then travel to in your provided company van and you will be expected to complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
What you will need;
We are looking for candidates with recognised plumbing qualifications or at least three years of relevant experience. A solid understanding of health and safety practices, including COSHH and RIDDOR, is essential. You must hold a full UK driving licence and be eligible to obtain Security Clearance at the SC level. Strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently are key qualities we value. You must be happy to lone work, as this role will be predominantly lone working.
Desirable but not required attributes include experience with mechanical or electrical systems in commercial environments, previous work within the MOD, and qualifications in first aid or health and safety.
Joining VIVO means being part of a growing, forward-thinking organisation committed to supporting the UK’s defence capability. We offer career development opportunities, ongoing training, and the chance to work on varied and meaningful projects where your contribution truly counts.
If you're ready to take the next step in your plumbing career and want to be part of a team that delivers with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer;
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• 25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Volunteer leave
• One paid professional subscription
• Life Assurance Policy
• Employee discount and reward schemes
• Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
• A company that recognises your contribution
• Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression
VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
Report this listing
VIVO Defence Services
Indeed
2/5
5 reviews
Glassdoor
2.2/5
17 reviews
More jobs at VIVO Defence Services
See web results for VIVO Defence Services
I
ITS Property Maintenance
Plumber
ITS Property Maintenance • Woodside, United Kingdom • via Adzuna
7 days ago
£42K–£47K a year
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
Apply on Adzuna
Job description
SW-007-PlumbHN-182
Plumber
£42,000 - £47,000 per annum Working for a National Maintenance Contractor
Planned Maintenance (PPM) & Reactive Repairs
Mobile role covering multiple secure sites across Herts, Beds & Northants
Permanent position
• This role will be working within live, occupied Category B and C prisons
• Please be aware that you will be required to undertake a full prison vetting and enhanced DBS check
• Start times will be subject to vetting lead times (typically 3–4 weeks)
Position good to knows
We are working in partnership with a national maintenance contractor to recruit a permanent Plumber to deliver a combination of Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and reactive plumbing repairs across a portfolio of occupied prison environments in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire.
This is a mobile, field-based role offering a secure long-term career opportunity with a well-established contractor, supported by ongoing training and development. You’ll be working across several prison sites, carrying out maintenance works in live settings such as cell blocks, shower rooms, education facilities, canteens, and communal areas.
You will be responsible for ensuring water systems remain safe, compliant and fully operational — while delivering a professional, security-conscious service.
Important good to knows
• All applicants will need to pass a security vetting and enhanced DBS check
• Mobile phones and personal items will not be permitted beyond prison gate security
• All tools, equipment and materials will be signed in/out daily and moved securely between locations
• You will be working in occupied, live environments, and must be comfortable working in and around prison staff and inmates
• You will be part of a supported estates team with a daily access schedule, working closely with prison facilities leads
Key elements of the role and your responsibilities
• Carry out Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) across prison water and heating systems
• Deliver a reactive repair service – diagnosing faults and completing plumbing-related maintenance
• Maintain and repair pipework, toilets, basins, urinals, showers, hot/cold feeds, and heating circuits
• Support water hygiene requirements including temperature checks, flushing and TMV maintenance
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with Water Regulations and Health & Safety protocols
• Complete minor associated works as needed – making good, minor sealing, tiling, etc.
• Record works completed using mobile device or job sheet systems (training provided)
• Liaise with prison maintenance managers and security staff to access and complete planned works
What you need to bring to the role
• Qualified Plumber / Plumbing & Heating Engineer with proven PPM and reactive repair experience
• Recognised qualifications – City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing or Heating
• Good knowledge of building services, water hygiene, and basic multi-trade repairs
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments such as prisons, hospitals, MOD or education
• Valid CSCS card or H&S awareness certification
• UK Driving Licence – van provided
• Strong communication, fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to complete prison clearance and vetting process
What’s included
• Permanent PAYE role with full benefits
• Company van, fuel card, mobile and uniform provided
• Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm (40 hrs/week)
• £42,000 – £47,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Training, compliance support, and optional upskilling
• Geographical patch: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire
• Working across a secure portfolio of long-standing prison contracts
• Long-term career potential within a stable FM contractor
Next step to apply for this Plumber role
If you have relevant experience in plumbing and maintenance across secure or public sector settings, and are looking for a secure, permanent role with all tools and support provided, please apply today. A consultant from ITS Property Maintenance will be in touch to explain the vetting process, project scope, and onboarding timelines in more detail.
ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.
We specialise in working within the maintenance, FM, and public-sector estates sector where we support:
✅ Housing Associations
✅ Local Authorities
✅ Direct Labour Organisations (DLOs)
✅ Prisons and MOD Estates
✅ Healthcare and Education Providers
✅ National FM & Maintenance Contractors
Providing:
✅ Maintenance Trades and Labour Operatives
✅ Operational and Delivery Support Professionals
✅ Permanent & Contract Technical Appointments
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