Qualified Plumber

A well-established company based in Mitchells Plain, Western Cape is seeking a dedicated Qualified Plumber to join its team.

You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. Training is practical and ongoing rather than a once-off exercise. If this sounds like the right fit, we would love to hear from you.

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.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.
• 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.

• A recognised trade certificate in plumbing issued by a relevant SETA or a national certificate in plumbing.
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.
• Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.
• For drainage specialist roles, experience with high-pressure jetting equipment and CCTV drain inspection cameras.
• Thorough knowledge of SANS plumbing codes and regulations governing water supply and drainage installations.