Qualified Plumber

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Qualified Plumber to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for work throughout the Group of Companies, including various branches, and will report to the Fitters Department.

• Repair and maintain plumbing components, drainage and water systems, including replacing defective washers, fixing broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Fault finding and plumbing diagnostics.
• Read meters and report water usage.
• Preventative maintenance on fixtures.
• Interpret building specifications to identify layouts of pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials and systems.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies, including ordering replacement materials and filling out associated forms.
• Collaborate with Contractors, Electricians, Fitters, and/or other tradesmen for new installation and repairs/maintenance of current plumbing systems.
• Test plumbing systems for leaks and other problems.
• Perform inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts.
• Provide daily feedback on work status to the Supervisor and/or Engineering Manager.
• Adhere to the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

• Qualified Plumber (Red seal certification).
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Preferred Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIMB) registration/license.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same or similar role advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge of power tools.
• Ability to work under challenging conditions.
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication skills (read, write and understand English).

• Physically fit (strength to handle materials, tools and machines).
• Knowledge of tools advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Willingness to learn.
• Honesty and reliability.
• Hard-working and self-motivated.
• Willing to work overtime when required.
• Must be of sober habits.
• Commitment to high quality workmanship.

Reporting to: Fitters Manager

Job type: Permanent position

• Provident fund.
• Group life.
• Funeral cover.
• 15 working days leave per annum.

Standard hours

07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday

07:30 – 16:00 Fridays

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.