Plumber Jobs in the UK

Plumber jobs are everywhere — from social housing repairs to new-build installations. With salaries starting at £30K and experienced plumbers earning £45K+, it's a trade that pays well and always has work.

Plumber Salary Ranges 2026

• Junior Plumber: £26,000-£32,000/year
• Experienced Plumber: £34,000-£42,000/year
• Lead/Supervising Plumber: £42,000-£50,000/year
• Agency/Hourly Rate: £19-£26/hour

Common Plumber Roles

• Social housing responsive repairs (MEARS, SNG, Clarion)
• New-build plumbing installations
• Commercial plumbing and heating
• Kitchen and bathroom fitting
• Emergency plumbing callouts

Qualifications Needed

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing and Heating
• Gas Safe registration (for gas work)
• CSCS card (for site work)
• Water Regulations (WRAS) certificate