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Qualified Plumber

Recruite Agency
Bellville, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 25 June 2026
Contract Trades & Services
Job Description

Hands-on from day one, the Qualified Plumber will diagnose plumbing faults and leaks using visual inspection, install and connect geysers and solar water heating systems in accordance and conduct preventative maintenance inspections on plumbing systems for a growing business in Bellville, Western Cape.

Career progression is actively supported for those who show initiative. Respect, reliability, and a positive attitude define the workplace. The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

Installation & Site Execution

  • 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.
  • Cut, thread, bend, and join copper, galvanised steel, HDPE, and PVC pipes using soldering, brazing, compression, crimping, and solvent welding techniques, pressure-testing all joints before concealing pipework in walls, floors, or underground.
  • Install, connect, and commission water supply, drainage, sanitary fixtures, geysers, and hot water reticulation systems in accordance with SANS 10252 and SANS 10254 plumbing standards and approved building plans for residential and commercial projects.
  • 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.

Maintenance & Technical Support

  • Diagnose and repair plumbing faults including burst pipes, leaking joints, dripping taps, malfunctioning float valves, and defective pressure-reducing valves by systematically tracing systems and isolating sections to pinpoint the exact source of the problem.
  • Clear blocked drains, waste pipes, and sewer lines using mechanical drain snakes, high-pressure water jetting equipment rated to 3000 PSI, and CCTV drain inspection cameras to locate obstructions and assess the internal structural condition of buried pipework.
  • Perform preventative maintenance inspections on plumbing infrastructure across commercial and industrial sites, checking for corrosion, joint integrity, water hammer, and pressure variations, and generating comprehensive condition reports with recommended remedial actions.
  • Repair and replace hot water systems including electric and solar geysers, heat pumps, and circulating pumps, checking thermostat settings, heating elements, sacrificial anodes, and safety valves to restore reliable and energy-efficient hot water supply.

Team Supervision & Quality Control

  • 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.
  • 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.
Requirements
  • A valid driver's licence is essential for roles requiring travel to multiple sites or call-out response.
  • Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.
  • Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
  • For drainage specialist roles, experience with high-pressure jetting equipment and CCTV drain inspection cameras.
  • 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.
Qualifications
Trade Certificate in Plumbing (Red Seal)
Paid Survey
Job details
Job typeContract
ProvinceWestern Cape
CityBellville
CategoryTrades & Services
Posted25 June 2026
Closing19 July 2026
Recruite Agency
Bellville, Western Cape
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