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Craftsperson Plumber

£28,426 - £34,289Full TimePermanentNot specifiedAdministration
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 30 April 2026

Job Description

About the role Want a role where your skills keep essential public buildings across the Island running safely every day? As a Craftsperson Plumber, you will work across a wide range of Government sites including schools, sports facilities, health buildings and social care settings. You will maintain, repair and install key mechanical systems such as hot and cold water, steam plant, ventilation, chilled water, medical gas systems and building management controls. Your work will take you across the Island, including time based at Nobles Hospital, carrying out planned maintenance, statutory testing, fault finding and emergency response as part of a multi discipline team. This role gives you the chance to use your experience on complex systems, build new skills through cross discipline work and see the direct impact of your contribution on buildings that support vital public services. You will enjoy variety, hands on responsibility and the satisfaction of keeping essential environments safe, compliant and fully operational. Apply today! A workplace that invests in you ✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. ✔ Annual leave starting from 21 days and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year. ✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. ✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. ✔ Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors. ✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues. ✔ Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service. ✔ Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. ✔ Access to the Noble’s Hospital staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks. ✔ Free car parking. Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment. Things to note Upon reaching the top of your pay band, you may be eligible to receive an additional payment on top of your salary. This is paid to employees to reflect additional skills, qualifications and responsibilities developed within the role. Those qualifying for the 4% rating are classed as the standard trade i.e. ‘Plumber’. Those qualifying for the 12% rating are classed as ‘Approved Plumber’. A basic police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government. Please note a relocation package is not available for this role. Ready to apply? We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at Mark.Bradley3@gov.im. To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi35%
AI exposure (AIOE)i55%

While some routine maintenance, compliance, and scheduling tasks can be automated or augmented by facility management software and IoT sensors, the role still requires significant hands-on physical work, real-time fault response, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. AI tools can assist with diagnostics and planning, but the physical and judgment-based nature of many tasks limits full automation.

Task analysis

  • Maintain and repair hot and cold water systems in public buildings.
  • Install and test steam plant, ventilation, and chilled water systems.
  • Carry out statutory testing and compliance checks on mechanical systems.
  • Respond to emergency faults and breakdowns across multiple sites.
  • Work as part of a multi-discipline team to coordinate maintenance activities.
  • Diagnose faults in medical gas systems and building management controls.
  • Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and standards.
  • Plan and prioritize maintenance schedules across government sites.
  • Provide input on cross-discipline projects and build new skills through collaboration.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 5314Plumbers and heating and ventilating engineers
O*NET: 47-2152.00 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Office administrative, office support and other business support activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £50k
This vacancy
£28,426
UK sector median
£34,855
UK sector mean
£49,618
£0£13k£25k£38k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Use AI diagnostics for faster fault identification
  • Adopt digital scheduling tools for maintenance planning
  • Leverage IoT sensors for real-time system monitoring

📈 Disruption outlook

10%1 yr
25%5 yrs
45%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

💻 TechnologyIoT Sensors

Automate routine monitoring and compliance checks

🤖 AI AgentAI Diagnostics Platform

Assist with fault detection and maintenance planning

🔀 RestructureHybrid Team Model

Combine skilled plumbers with tech support staff

Recommendation

Augment role

Physical tasks limit automation; AI can enhance diagnostics and scheduling efficiency

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate compliance reporting and maintenance workflows

Copilot for Excel

Analyse maintenance schedules and fault data

Microsoft Teams

Coordinate multi-discipline team activities and updates

Key Skills

Attention to DetailAdvancedHealth and SafetyExpertMechanicalExpertTroubleshootingAdvancedOperation MonitoringAdvancedBuilding and ConstructionAdvancedTime ManagementIntermediateTeamworkIntermediateDrivingIntermediateRegulatory ComplianceAdvancedMedical Gas SystemsIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Building and ConstructionMechanical EngineeringHealth and Safety ProceduresEngineering and TechnologyRegulatory ComplianceFacilities ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementReporting and Documentation

O*NET Competency Skills

Critical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingRepairingTroubleshootingMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationOperation and ControlOperations MonitoringSpeakingTime Management

Alternative Career Paths

Facilities Manager80% match

Oversee maintenance and operations for multiple public buildings, managing teams and budgets.

Building Services Engineer75% match

Design and manage mechanical and electrical systems in large facilities.

Health and Safety Officer70% match

Monitor compliance and safety standards in workplaces, including public buildings.

Maintenance Supervisor85% match

Lead maintenance teams and coordinate repair schedules across sites.

Project Coordinator (Construction)65% match

Support planning and execution of construction and refurbishment projects.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Intuit QuickBooks

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Getting Information
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Performing General Physical Activities
  • Handling and Moving Objects
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Controlling Machines and Processes
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Scheduling Work and Activities
  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  • Processing Information

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

1%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

35%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

-1/5

Extensive prep

O*NET Median Salary

£43k

US ref. $54k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Construction and Extraction

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