Junior Plumber

The purpose of this Junior Plumber role is to clear blocked drains and sewer lines using drain rods and ensure all plumbing work complies with South African National Standards plumbing.

The position is located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will have the tools, systems, and backing needed to do the job properly. Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. The business promotes from within wherever possible, opening doors over time. Apply today and let us know why this role is right for you.

Maintenance & Technical Support

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Issue Certificates of Compliance for plumbing installations upon completion of work, confirming that all systems have been pressure-tested, meet SANS 10254 requirements, and are safe for connection to municipal water supply and drainage networks before final sign-off.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

• A minimum of three to four years of experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, or construction environments.
• 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.
• A valid driver's licence is essential for roles requiring travel to multiple sites or call-out response.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.