Plumber
Plumbers fit and service hot and cold water systems, heating systems and drainage networks.
Useful Links
https://www.ciphe.org.uk/professional-members/education-development/careers/
https://www.thebesa.com/academy
https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/
Job Profiles
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/plumber
https://www.totaljobs.com/advice/plumber-job-description
https://www.skillstg.co.uk/blog/how-to-become-a-plumber-in-the-uk/
What is your role
As a plumber, you'll:
find out from the customer what the problem is
give time and cost estimates for jobs
install water, drainage and heating systems
cut, shape and join pipes and fittings
find and fix faults
service gas and oil-fired central heating systems and radiators
install or repair domestic appliances like showers and washing machines
respond to emergency call-outs, like boiler breakdowns or blocked drains
fit weather-proof materials, joints and flashings to roofs, chimneys and walls
How to become a plumber
You can get into this job through:
a college course
an apprenticeship
working towards this role
applying directly
College
You could do a college course which may help you to find a trainee position with a company. Courses include:
Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating
T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction
https://findapprenticeshiptraining.apprenticeships.education.gov.uk/courses/225
Apprenticeship
You can do an advanced apprenticeship in plumbing and domestic heating.
This can take up to 4 years.
https://www.bestapprenticeships.com/plumbing-apprenticeships/
Direct Application
You could apply directly for jobs if you've got qualifications and several years' experience from related industries, like building services or heating and ventilation engineering.
Work
You could start as a plumber's assistant or 'mate' and do training on the job to qualify.
You'll usually need some GCSEs, including English and maths, along with good practical skills.
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