Join Our Team at Fords South West
We don’t just build and maintain homes - we create spaces that inspire comfort, efficiency, and innovation.
As part of our team, you’ll work on diverse projects, from modern home installations to large-scale commercial builds, all while growing your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Welcome to Fords South West, the comprehensive home services provider for local domestic properties and beyond. From ensuring the smooth operation of gas, oil, and electric boilers to executing intricate projects like full house rewiring and transformative kitchen and bathroom installations, we are your go-to experts in home comfort and functionality.
Our expertise extends beyond domestic services; we thrive in commercial projects and new builds. Recently, we proudly completed a project at a local cricket club - a testament to our capabilities in executing entire building projects. Handling the plumbing and electrical work for this completely new building underscores our commitment to delivering excellence in diverse settings.
At Fords, we prioritise the personal growth of both our team and our organisation. Join us in our mission to redefine modern living spaces, where your skills and passion will contribute to crafting spaces that are not just functional but also sustainable and innovative.
If you're a hard-working, well-informed engineer seeking new opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!
Join our dynamic team as a skilled Boiler Engineer! Embrace the opportunity to conduct annual boiler servicing while also providing essential out-of-hours support for Gas, Oil, and LPG systems. Confidence in diagnosing faults and conducting thorough servicing is key.
In this role, you'll be at the forefront of liaising with local suppliers to order necessary parts, utilising our well-equipped trade store. Collaboration is essential, as you'll work closely with our Office Plumbing Department, maintaining open and effective communication with the friendly team. Our managers are engineers too and are there to support you at all times.
Our out-of-hours service requires you to be on call one week per calendar month.
Required: To be GasSafe registered
We are looking for a new Electrician to join our busy, ever-growing team!
This position will require great communication skills, interacting daily with customers, suppliers and within the office.
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced electrician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems, be well-versed in installation techniques, and be committed to safety and quality workmanship. Experience and technical knowledge within the field is essential, including domestic and small commercial installations.
Our out-of-hours service requires you to be on call one week per calendar month.
Required: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation, AM2, City and Guilds 2382 (17th/18th Edition)
If this job interests you, to find out more and apply, send your CV and a cover letter to our Managing Director's email: apatch@fords.co.uk
Or give our main line a call on 01395 517000.
Colin Pethick
I am very satisfied with the service provided by Fords comprising plumbing, electrical and shower installation works. Ryan visited us, helped to fine-tune our requirements and promptly provided a fully itemised quote. Dates for the work were quickly scheduled and kept to. The work was...
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Malcolm Gundry
Jake, supported by Sam, visited on 19th December to fit a new woodburning stove. They were incredibly efficient, tidy and cleaned up afterwards, and manhandled the old 140kg stove out of the house and up to their van to dispose of without any complaints at all. They did a fantastic, and fast...
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Peter Shelley
We have used Fords twice and been very happy with the price and workmanship. This time Fords fitted a new shower unit and bathroom floor at times which worked for us. Manager Ryan provided a personal point of contact throughout and the service was professional and friendly. Highly recommended.
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