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As a plumber, heating or ventilating engineer, you’ll use technical skills to install, service or repair systems in homes and commercial buildings. Learn more about a career as a plumber, heating and ventilating engineer, find out what it involves and what you’ll need to study and do to get a role.
Courses to consider include:
You’ll usually need GCSE’s including mathematics and English to be accepted onto a college course or apprenticeship scheme. A degree is not essential but having one could increase your career prospects.
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Employers won’t ask for a postgraduate qualification to be a plumber and heating and ventilating engineer. However, this could increase your chances of managing a team and earning a higher salary. Relevant courses include:
As well as technical and mathematical skills, you’ll need to work well with others and be keen to solve problems no matter how tricky the working environment.
Work experience is essential if you want to stand out from the crowd in the construction industry. Some construction companies run work experience placements, or you may be able to find an opportunity through your school, college or another training provider. You could also assist professionals in the industry to begin with.
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