Plumbers & gas engineer pay in London April 2026

Plumbers have the job of installing, repairing and looking after heating, water and drainage systems.

You’ll be out-and-about when working, either in businesses or people’s homes.

This type of job may involve:

• Fitting new plumbing systems, like central heating systems and bathrooms
• Fixing any plumbing problems
• Working out the costs and estimates for jobs
• Using specialist equipment
• Responding to emergencies, such as leaks or broken boilers

You may have to work on evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

If you want to apply for a plumbers job, you might need the following:

• Some GCSEs, a Level 2 or 3 Diploma, or a relevant apprenticeship
• Previous experience in plumbing or heating engineering
• A Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) card
• Be on the Gas Safe Register
• The right to work in the UK

You can also train to be a plumber on-the-job as a plumber’s assistant. This job can sometimes be called a plumber’s mate.