What is the statutory minimum wage in Germany from 01 Jan 2026?

€13.90 gross per hour from 01 January 2026. Skilled SHK profiles often exceed this baseline depending on project requirements.

Do I need German to start as a plumber (SHK) in Germany?

German helps for daily site flow and safety briefings, but many projects can onboard English-speaking candidates if the site lead communicates in English. Basic German (A1–A2) is a strong advantage.

What documents should I prepare before applying?

English CV (PDF), passport scan, current location (country/city), certificates if available, and a short project list (dates/locations/tasks/tools). Also include availability date and preferred region (Berlin/Hamburg/Munich/NRW).

What is considered “good” documentation for a plumber profile?

A CV with systems installed, methods used (pressfitting/threading), and 3–6 factual bullet points per project (dates + locations + scope). This is stronger than generic job titles.

Is pressure testing always required?

Methods can differ by project, but readiness for checks and tidy handovers is typically expected. Site leads instruct project-specific testing and documentation requirements.

Are pay figures on this page gross or net?

All pay references here are gross (brutto). Net pay depends on taxes, social contributions and your individual situation.

Can I choose a city (Berlin/Hamburg/Munich/NRW)?

You can state a preference in your CV. Final placement depends on active projects, start dates and client requirements.

What is the fastest way to get a response?

Submit a complete English CV via the CV builder and ensure your documents are ready. Incomplete applications typically do not progress.

Can I apply without a CV?

No. CV is mandatory for screening. It protects processing time and ensures consistent verification.

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Plumber jobs in Germany • English teams

Plumber / Anlagenmechaniker SHK Germany projects: Berlin • Hamburg • Munich • NRW

Q: What does “working with a Polish employer on German projects” mean?

You work on-site in Germany, while the employer handles payroll and documentation within the agreed legal model. Site rules, safety briefings and ID checks are standard.

English-speaking plumber / SHK installer roles on Germany-based projects. Install and service sanitary, water, drainage and heating pipe systems in buildings. Apply with a complete English CV for screening and project matching.

English-speaking teams

Clear onboarding and reporting in English on mixed teams.

Multiple regions

Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and NRW depending on active sites.

Practical SHK scope

Sanitary + heating pipework, drawings, fittings, handovers.

Legal baseline clarity

Minimum wage baseline from €13.90 gross/hour (2026).

Fast screening rule

CV-first workflow: complete CV = faster verification.

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Locations: Berlin • Hamburg • Munich • NRW Teams: English-speaking Work type: project-based sites Pay: gross (brutto) Baseline: from €13.90/h gross (Germany min wage 2026) Last updated: —

Employer: MaViAl Sp. z o.o.

Official website + corporate contact page. Company details are provided on Contact.

Transparent process

CV → document check → availability → matching to active projects and start dates.

Work-permit info (if applicable)

If you need Polish-side work authorization processes, see Zezwolenie.

Responsibilities Requirements Candidate portrait Pay & compliance Working with a Polish employer Documents How to apply FAQ

CV is mandatory for review.

To speed up verification, include projects (dates/locations/tasks/tools) and your availability date.

Build / Upload CV Contact: ask about active sites

Before you apply

This page covers the typical “plumber jobs Germany (English)” questions: tasks, requirements, documents, pay baseline and how to apply. If you match the requirements, submit your CV first — then we can confirm active projects and start dates.

Vacancy context

Why this role stays in demand

Refurbishment and new-build pipelines in Germany create steady demand for SHK installers. Employers typically screen for practical competence first: drawings, fitting methods, safe workflow, and a track record of finished areas. A structured CV with project facts is the strongest signal.

Verification tip

Add 3–6 bullet points per project: city/country, dates, systems installed, methods/tools (pressfitting/threading), and handover/testing readiness.

Work authorization (non-EU)

Reality check: Germany requires a legal route

For most candidates, language is not the only factor. Non-EU applicants typically need an appropriate residence/work pathway. Skilled profiles with documented qualifications have more realistic options than entry-level profiles.

Skilled worker route: more realistic when your vocational qualification can be recognized and your profile fits SHK tasks.
Project documentation matters: sites often require traceable experience (tasks, tools, dates, references).
Compliance baseline: pay and conditions must respect German rules applicable to the project and sector.

This is general information and not legal advice. Final eligibility depends on nationality, documents, employer requirements, and authorities.

What you will do

Core responsibilities (site-focused)

Coordinate with other trades; keep work areas safe, clean and compliant.
Install sanitary, water supply and drainage lines in residential/commercial buildings.
Install and connect heating pipework (radiators, manifolds, plant rooms) and related components.
Read drawings/isometrics, measure, cut, fix, and align assemblies to site standards.
Support pressure/leak tests where required; document handover points to the site lead.

Tools and methods you should recognize

Common on German sites

Pressfitting • threaded connections • brackets/rails • insulation basics • sealants • commissioning checks

Expected work behavior

Self-control on quality • early reporting of issues • safe work around active systems • consistent pace

What we look for

Requirements (detailed, practical)

A complete CV in English is non-negotiable for screening.
Solid experience in building plumbing/heating installation (project evidence preferred).
Works to standards: routing, sealing, support spacing, and tidy handover discipline.
Understands pressure/leak test readiness and documentation expectations.
Qualification proof is beneficial; absence may limit skilled-route options.
Basic German is optional but recommended for daily site flow.

Practical screening tip

If your CV includes a short project list (country/city, dates, tasks, tools used), verification is typically faster. Keep it factual and consistent.

Short candidate portrait

Who fits best

Works independently and can finish a zone without constant supervision.
Comfortable with installation quality checks (alignment, sealing, pressure test readiness).
Understands site rhythm: coordination with drywall, electrical, and HVAC teams.
Communicates clearly in English about progress, blockers, and materials.
Brings documented experience (photos optional, but dates/tasks are required).
Respects safety and keeps work areas organized.

Helpful extras: German A1–A2, driving license, plant room experience, retrofit/renovation exposure.

Pay & compliance

Gross (brutto) pay baseline

All pay references on this page are gross (brutto). The legal baseline in Germany is the statutory minimum wage:

€13.90 gross per hour

Germany statutory minimum wage (effective from 01 January 2026).

Skilled SHK profiles commonly exceed the statutory baseline depending on experience, region, shift pattern, and site complexity. Final conditions are defined by the project, the employment model, and compliance requirements.

Important: sector/collective rules and posted-worker requirements may set a higher effective floor for certain assignments.

Selection criteria

What increases your chances

Higher chance • documented experience + clear CV

Higher chance • vocational certificate / training proof

Higher chance • readiness for German site rules + safety briefings

Nice to have • basic German (A1–A2) + driving license

If you lack formal documents, your application may still be reviewed for helper/support roles when available, but skilled-route options become less realistic.

Working in Germany with a Polish employer

What “Polish company on German projects” typically means

Many Germany assignments are delivered by teams employed by a Polish company and delegated to German sites. Operationally, you work on-site in Germany, while the employer handles payroll and documentation within the agreed legal model.

Employment & payroll

Contract with the Polish employer; salary paid on schedule with payslips and documented hours.
Posting documentation

Assignment documentation and A1 (where applicable) may be required before site entry; identity checks are standard.
German site rules

Safety briefings, working time discipline, and documentation requirements follow the German project environment.
Accommodation / travel

Project-dependent; the offer clarifies what is covered and what is reimbursed.
Onboarding

Document verification → site briefing → start with a defined scope and reporting line.

Work permit / documentation clarity

If your case requires Polish-side work authorization processes, use: https://mavial.pl/zezwolenie.html (internal MaViAl page).

This section is general operational information and not legal advice. Final conditions depend on the project, nationality, documents, and authority decisions.

Documents

Prepare these before applying

CV in English (PDF) + current phone/email
Passport scan + current location (country/city)
Certificates / training proof (if available)
Project list: locations, dates, tasks, tools, systems installed
Availability date + preferred Germany region (Berlin/Hamburg/Munich/NRW)

Fast verification checklist

Put the following in your CV: years of experience, systems installed, test readiness, availability date, preferred location.

How to apply

Fast, structured application

CV first: mavial.pl/en/cv.html
Then contact: mavial.pl/kontakt.html
Verification: document check + availability + project match

No CV — no review. This rule protects processing time and ensures consistent screening.

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FAQ

Questions candidates ask before onboarding

Short answers to the questions that typically decide whether a candidate applies (tasks, documents, minimum pay baseline, and response speed).

€13.90 gross per hour from 01 January 2026. Skilled SHK profiles often exceed this baseline depending on project requirements.
German helps for daily site flow and safety briefings, but many projects can onboard English-speaking candidates if the site lead communicates in English. Basic German (A1–A2) is a strong advantage.
English CV (PDF), passport scan, current location (country/city), certificates if available, and a short project list (dates/locations/tasks/tools). Also include availability date and preferred region.
A CV with systems installed, methods used (pressfitting/threading), and 3–6 factual bullet points per project (dates + locations + scope). This is stronger than generic job titles.
Methods can differ by project, but readiness for checks and tidy handovers is typically expected. Site leads instruct project-specific testing and documentation requirements.
Gross (brutto). Net depends on taxes, social contributions and your individual situation.
You can state a preference in your CV. Final placement depends on active projects, start dates and client requirements.
You work on-site in Germany, while payroll and documentation are handled within the agreed legal model. Site rules, safety briefings and ID checks are standard.
No. CV is mandatory for screening. It keeps processing consistent and verification faster.
Submit a complete English CV via the CV builder and ensure your documents are ready. Incomplete applications typically do not progress.

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