Company
Rightio Subcontractors Ltd
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£40k–£45k a year
Via
via Rightio
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Job description
Rightio are currently recruiting for directly employed positions with a basic salary starting from £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependant on experience) - O.T.E 70K
RIGHTIO - who we are
Our aim is to give our customers peace of mind, so that when they have a home emergency and need to get things repaired, we get it done right. Every single time.
The Role
Due to our exceptional growth, we are recruiting for experienced gas engineers to cover Birmingham & the surrounding area. Your daily routine will include fault finding, servicing, repairs and CP12's, as well as various plumbing jobs.
You will need to have held your ACS qualifications for a minimum of 1 year and have at least 1 year's fault finding experience.
The benefits of working with RIGHTIO
• Excellent earning potential
• Unique profit share - 22.5% of monthly revenue
• Analyser provided and maintained
• Phone & Tablet
• Fully maintained company vehicle and fuel card
• Company uniform
• Technical help and support
• Professional development and training
• BHSF healthcare support
• Company events
What do we look for in a Rightio engineer?
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Fantastic communication skills
• Can cover the following postcode areas: B
• Committed to providing outstanding customer service
• Friendly and professional in all situations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Takes pride in their work
• Shows empathy and understanding to our customers
• Upholds our values of doing things right, every time!
RIGHTIO - who we are
Our aim is to give our customers peace of mind, so that when they have a home emergency and need to get things repaired, we get it done right. Every single time.
The Role
Due to our exceptional growth, we are recruiting for experienced gas engineers to cover Birmingham & the surrounding area. Your daily routine will include fault finding, servicing, repairs and CP12's, as well as various plumbing jobs.
You will need to have held your ACS qualifications for a minimum of 1 year and have at least 1 year's fault finding experience.
The benefits of working with RIGHTIO
• Excellent earning potential
• Unique profit share - 22.5% of monthly revenue
• Analyser provided and maintained
• Phone & Tablet
• Fully maintained company vehicle and fuel card
• Company uniform
• Technical help and support
• Professional development and training
• BHSF healthcare support
• Company events
What do we look for in a Rightio engineer?
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Fantastic communication skills
• Can cover the following postcode areas: B
• Committed to providing outstanding customer service
• Friendly and professional in all situations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Takes pride in their work
• Shows empathy and understanding to our customers
• Upholds our values of doing things right, every time!
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The National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of April 2026 according to the latest rate update. Welders working overtime must receive 1.5 times this rate for hours beyond 40 per week. Employers in construction must also pay the Construction Industry Scheme deductions on top of this base rate.
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Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher, as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are permitted only if the main applicant meets the £38,700 threshold.
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What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent plus 2 years of verifiable experience in coded welding processes such as MIG, TIG or MMA. Employers in regulated sectors require current CSWIP or ASME certification valid for the specific material and position. No formal degree is mandated but apprenticeships must be completed through an approved provider registered with the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
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Applicants must submit a valid passport, National Insurance number, proof of NVQ Level 3 or CSWIP certificate, and a completed application via the Find a Job service by 31 March 2026 for the April intake. Right to work evidence and a Disclosure and Barring Service check dated within the last 12 months are mandatory for construction sites. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5MB each.
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