Job Description:
Commercial Plumber - (Hotel Experience)
£250/day DOE + Overtime Self-Employed
Location: London (working across hotel sites)
Job Description
We are recruiting for a self-employed Commercial Plumber who has at least 5 years experience working in hotels. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, takes pride in high-quality workmanship, and relishes the autonomy of running their own schedule. Serving a well-established plumbing and heating business (head office in Maidstone), you will be responsible for commercial plumbing across Londons hospitality sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out plumbing maintenance, repairs, and installations in hotel buildings
- Diagnose and resolve plumbing issues swiftly (e.g., leaks, damaged pipework, faulty fixtures)
- Maintain and service hotel plumbing infrastructure (bathrooms, kitchens, plant rooms)
- Conduct preventative maintenance to avoid downtime in high-usage areas
- Coordinate with hotel management to schedule work around guest operations
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, building regulations, and gas safety (if applicable)
- Complete job documentation: work reports, certificates, test records
- Respond to call-outs and emergency plumbing issues when needed
Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years commercial plumbing experience, specifically within hotel environments
- Fully qualified plumber (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
- Gas Safe registration is highly desirable; experience with commercial gas systems a strong advantage
- Own your tools and van (role is self-employed)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Strong communication and customer service abilities
- Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented demeanor
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 17:00
- On-call for call-outs / emergency work as needed
- Flexibility required to manage urgent hotel plumbing issues
Whats in It for You
- Competitive day rate with opportunity for overtime
- High level of autonomy in your day-to-day work
- Work exclusively in commercial hospitality, on well-maintained, high-profile sites
- Opportunity for long-term freelance work with a trusted, reputable business
Application Instructions
If you are an experienced commercial plumber with a strong hotel background, the right qualifications, and you're ready to operate independently across London, wed love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.
Note: This role is strictly self-employed applicants must be able to supply their own van and tools.