Plumbing Craftsperson

We are looking to recruit a Plumbing Craftsperson for the delivery of essential planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of plumbing/mechanical installations in a variety of buildings across the RGB Kew estate. Reporting to the Maintenance manager for technical support, the role will provide all aspects of plumbing and mechanical maintenance, including but not limited to:

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Fault Finding

Remedial Repairs

New Installation Works

Professional advice

The role is a key function with the Estates department, to ensure the care and protection of the collections and making sure buildings are fit for purpose.

Ensuring effective consultation and collaboration with stakeholders, to address prioritisation, and resolve conflicting objectives/demands where they exist.

Hours of work Annualised

Part-time hours per week Annualised hours

• full time (you will complete on average 36 hours per week)
  Contract Type Permanent
  Salary £35,380
• £39,105 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Band C]
  Directorate Resources
  Location Kew Gardens, Richmond
  Closing Date 01/11/2026
  Documents
  Employee benefits
• RBG Kew 2026.

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The post holder will be Qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3, BTEC Certificate or Diploma, City and Guilds level 3 in Engineering (mechanical/plumbing) or equivalent qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience. Proven knowledge, experience, and capability to diagnose faults on plumbing and mechanical equipment in large commercial properties.

The role will be engaged on an annualised hours contract working a 5 over 7-day shift rota.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi. The salary for this position is £34,216

• £37,966 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Band C]
  Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership.

We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking "".

At Kew, our strength lies in the diversity of our people and the insights they bring. When you join us, you will find an organisation that values your perspective and lived experience. You will receive support to achieve your full potential and access opportunities to develop and progress. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is ongoing, shaped by the people who work here and the communities we serve. As a disability confident employer, we are breaking down barriers to be an inclusive workplace for everyone. Whoever you are, and however you experience the world, there is a place for you to grow and belong at Kew. No agencies please.