Qualified Plumber

Our client is seeking a Qualified Plumber to join their team in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn will take you far in this role.

You will gain exposure to a broad range of tasks that build valuable experience. Everyone is expected to pull their weight, and everyone is valued for it. Qualified candidates are encouraged to get their applications in early.

The role is based on-site and suits someone living within commuting distance.

Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all plumbing work is carried out in strict compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, including the use of required PPE, safe excavation practices, and confined space entry procedures when working in manholes and underground chambers.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area by cordoning off work zones, displaying appropriate warning signage, containing water spills and debris during repairs, and thoroughly cleaning up after completing work at client premises to leave the site safe and presentable.
• Manage tools and equipment responsibly by conducting daily pre-use inspections of power tools, drain cleaning machinery, gas torches, and safety harnesses, and immediately removing any defective or damaged equipment from service for repair or replacement.

Team Supervision & Quality Control

• Review completed job cards and site reports to verify that all work has been carried out to specification, materials used are correctly recorded, and the installation is ready for handover and client sign-off with a fully compliant Certificate of Compliance.
• Conduct quality inspections of all plumbing installations before backfilling trenches or closing up walls and ceilings, checking pipe gradients, support spacing, joint integrity, and pressure test results to ensure each installation meets the required standard and is free of defects.
• Supervise and guide junior plumbers and general assistants on site by allocating tasks clearly, demonstrating correct installation and repair techniques, monitoring workmanship against quality standards, and correcting errors before pipework is permanently concealed.
• Mentor plumbing apprentices by providing structured on-the-job training in pipefitting, fault diagnosis, reading technical drawings, professional customer communication, and safe work practices to support their preparation for trade testing with the relevant SETA.

Installation & Site Execution

• Read and interpret plumbing drawings, isometric diagrams, specifications, and bills of quantities to determine pipe routes, fixture positions, material take-offs, and the correct sequence of installation activities before commencing any work on site.
• Set out and install below-ground drainage networks including sewer and stormwater pipes, inspection chambers, rodding eyes, and grease traps, ensuring correct falls and gradients are maintained to achieve self-cleansing flow velocities as required by building regulations.

Requirements

• A minimum of three to four years of experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, or construction environments.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
• A recognised trade certificate in plumbing issued by a relevant SETA or a national certificate in plumbing.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex plumbing issues and determine effective and cost-efficient repairs.
• Thorough knowledge of SANS plumbing codes and regulations governing water supply and drainage installations.
• Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.

Qualifications

Plumbing Industry Registration Board Registration