Junior Plumber

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Plumber to join a growing team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn will take you far in this role.

The team values honesty, hard work, and treating every customer with respect. The company supports further study and professional development where relevant. The workplace is professional, friendly, and geared towards high performance. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.

Installation & Site Execution

• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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 minimum of three to four years of experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, or construction environments.
• Thorough knowledge of SANS plumbing codes and regulations governing water supply and drainage installations.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
• Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex plumbing issues and determine effective and cost-efficient repairs.