Multi Trade Engineer

Location: Carlisle

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Plumber / Multi-Trade Engineer to join our established team in Carlisle, delivering planned, reactive and project-led maintenance and minor works across a range of commercial sites.

This is a varied, hands-on role requiring strong plumbing skills alongside a good working knowledge of other building maintenance trades. You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and completing general maintenance tasks efficiently and to a high standard.

You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a wider team, demonstrating a proactive approach, flexibility and a strong commitment to health and safety. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work professionally with colleagues, clients and site representatives.

As a Plumber / Multi-Trade Engineer, you will undertake a varied workload covering plumbing, general building maintenance, joinery, decorating, patch plastering, tiling and basic electrical tasks, ensuring all works are completed safely and within your level of competence.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance across various sites.
• Undertake plumbing installation, maintenance and repair works, including fault finding and diagnosing issues.
• Complete a range of multi-trade building fabric tasks, including joinery, patch plastering, decorating, tiling, basic electrical work and general repairs, within your competence.
• Identify faults, assess the required works and implement appropriate solutions.
• Support minor works, refurbishment and project-led activities.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions where required.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in accordance with relevant regulations, site procedures and client requirements.
• Follow health and safety procedures, safe systems of work, permit requirements and site-specific rules.
• Complete accurate job reports, work records and other documentation as required.
• Maintain tools, equipment and materials responsibly.
• Deliver a professional and customer-focused service, particularly when working in occupied commercial and sensitive environments.

• Recognised trade qualification or time-served experience in plumbing or a relevant building maintenance trade.
• Strong practical plumbing skills, including installation, maintenance, fault finding and repair.
• Proven experience across multiple building maintenance disciplines.
• Valid CSCS card or equivalent recognised site safety card.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Experience working within commercial, retail, industrial, education, healthcare or other occupied environments.
• Good understanding of relevant industry regulations, standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to assess faults, prioritise workloads and complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel and work across various sites.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a positive, reliable and flexible team player.
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship across multiple trades.
• Has a proactive approach to problem-solving and fault finding.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safe working practices.
• Is professional, respectful and approachable.
• Can build effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and customers.
• Communicates openly and effectively, contributing to a supportive team environment.
• Is adaptable and comfortable working across a varied maintenance workload.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Engineer to join an established team, working across a varied portfolio of commercial sites and maintenance projects.

If you have strong plumbing skills, a broad range of maintenance experience and take pride in delivering a high-quality service, we would love to hear from you!

Please call Jude @ Search - (phone number removed) or apply with your CV

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.