Plumber

Company Overview

The Cork Plumber is a local plumbing and heating business providing services across Cork. The company supports both homes and commercial premises, with a focus on dependable service, prompt response times, and high-quality workmanship. Its team works directly with customers to assess problems, suggest practical solutions, and finish each job safely and efficiently. The business places a strong emphasis on professionalism, customer satisfaction, and maintaining consistent service standards.

Role Summary

This full-time, on-site plumbing position is based in Cork, County Cork. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair work on plumbing systems, including pipes, fixtures, appliances, and drainage setups in residential and commercial settings. The work also includes new-build projects, so broad hands-on experience across different plumbing tasks is important.

Key Duties

• Fit, service, and repair plumbing systems and related components.
• Carry out inspections, identify faults, and complete routine maintenance.
• Respond to urgent call-outs when required.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job requirements.
• Select suitable tools, materials, and methods for each task.
• Ensure all work follows relevant regulations and safety standards.
• Communicate with customers on-site, explain the issue clearly, and recommend practical, cost-conscious solutions.
• Complete job notes, reports, or other required documentation after each assignment.

Required Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate should bring strong practical plumbing ability, including installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance across both domestic and commercial systems. A solid understanding of fault-finding, on-site customer interaction, and day-to-day job management is also important. The role requires someone who can work independently, stay organised, and prioritise multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Relevant plumbing qualification, trade certification, apprenticeship completion, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices and local building regulations relevant to plumbing work.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with a professional and respectful approach.
• Ability to work without close supervision and manage time efficiently.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to customer locations throughout Cork.
• Must hold permission to work in Ireland.

Additional Information

The company works on a mix of residential, commercial, and new-build plumbing projects, offering varied day-to-day work in a supportive, practical environment. No salary, benefits, or vacancy count were specified in the source.