Newly Qualified Plumbing Engineer - Reading

Job description
Newly Qualified Plumbing Engineer

Location: Reading

Contract: Full-time (40 hour week, including some evenings, weekends bank holidays)

Salary: Up to £30,550 (includes location allowance) increasing to £33,400 with experience + £3,000 guaranteed bonus in your first year

Start your plumbing career with one of the UK’s leading home assistance providers!

Are you a newly qualified plumber looking to kick-start your career with expert support and hands-on experience in domestic plumbing?

At HomeServe, we’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated Newly Qualified Plumbing Engineers (NVQ level 2 equivalent) to join our growing team. You’ll work alongside experienced plumbers, gain real-world experience in customers' homes, and benefit from training at our state-of-the-art academy.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive package and career support to help you succeed:
• Company van, fuel card, tools, uniform safety equipment provided
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy/sell leave
• Access to our online benefits portal - discounts across popular retailers
• Fantastic pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Ongoing training and coaching from our award-winning training centre and field-based teams
• Cutting-edge tech to help you do your job efficiently

What You’ll Need
• Level 2 NVQ in Plumbing (or equivalent qualification)
• A full UK Driving Licence (with fewer than 6 penalty points)
• Strong customer service skills
• Some hands-on experience in a domestic plumbing environment
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Training Career Support

We’ll give you the tools and support to build your skills and confidence:
• Weeks 1-2: Induction
• One-on-one Health Safety training with SEC
• Weeks 3-14: Buddying
• 12 weeks shadowing a Senior Engineer
• Learn processes, procedures, and best practices
• 8 hours of coaching per week
• Weeks 15-18: Supervised Practical Work
• You’ll start working hands-on, under full supervision
• Focus on technical ability, customer service, and process compliance
• Weeks 19-26: Supported Independence
• Lowered job targets to give you time to grow
• 8 hours coaching per week
• Week 27 onwards: Business as Usual
• Performance monitored, with ongoing coaching and support as needed

Why HomeServe?

At HomeServe, it’s our People who make the difference. We foster a welcoming, inclusive, and rewarding environment where everyone has a voice. We celebrate great work, support one another and make a real impact on the lives of our customers.

Ready to take the next step in your plumbing career?

Join HomeServe and become part of a team that values your development, recognises your efforts and invests in your future. Read more