Drainage Specialist

Hands-on from day one, the Drainage Specialist will provide accurate quotations for plumbing work, install and connect geysers and solar water heating systems in accordance and diagnose plumbing faults and leaks using visual inspection for a growing business in Burgersfort, Limpopo.

The role comes with opportunities to learn, upskill, and advance over time. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and doing things right the first time. Ready for your next opportunity? Submit your application today.

Normal working hours apply, with occasional flexibility required during busy periods.

Team Supervision & Quality Control

• 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.
• 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.

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.

• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex plumbing issues and determine effective and cost-efficient repairs.
• For drainage specialist roles, experience with high-pressure jetting equipment and CCTV drain inspection cameras.
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.
• A valid driver's licence is essential for roles requiring travel to multiple sites or call-out response.
• A recognised trade certificate in plumbing issued by a relevant SETA or a national certificate in plumbing.
• A minimum of three to four years of experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, or construction environments.