Qualified Plumber
Company
SA Metal
Location
Cape Town
Posted
23 days ago
Via
via Job Mail
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Qualified Plumber to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for work throughout the Group of Companies, including various branches, and will report to the Fitters Department.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Repair and maintain plumbing components, drainage & water systems including replacing defective washers, replacing or fixing broken pipes, and opening clogged drains etc.
• Fault finding and plumbing diagnostics
• Read meters and report water usage
• Preventative maintenance on fixtures
• Interpret building specifications to identify layouts of pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials and systems
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies including ordering replacement materials, filling out associated forms
• Collaborate with Contractors, Electricians, Fitters, and/or other tradesmen for new installation and repairs/maintenance of current plumbing systems
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems
• Perform inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts
• Provide daily feedback on work status to the Supervisor and/or Engineering Manager
• Understanding of and abiding by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Qualifying Criteria
• Qualified Plumber (Red seal certification)
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Valid Drivers license
• Preferred Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIMB) registration/license
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same or similar role advantageous
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Able to work at heights and confined spaces
• Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
Qualifying Attributes:
• Physically fit (Strength to handle materials, tools and machines)
• Knowledge of tools advantageous
• Must be able to work as an individual and within a team
• Must be willing and eager to learn
• Must be honest & reliable
• Hard-working and self–motivated individual
• Willing to work overtime when required
• Must be of sober habits
• High quality workmanship
Type : Permanent
Reporting to: Fitters Manager
Job type: Permanent position
Benefits include
Provident fund
Group life
Funeral cover
15 working days leave per annum
Standard hours
07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday
07:30 – 16:00 Fridays
May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
Applications:
Applicants are invited to email a detailed CV and a motivational letter, outlining relevant experience, to Noleen Bester at [email protected] by no later than Friday 17 April 2026 or WhatsApp their CV to 081 297 1682.
We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.
Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Repair and maintain plumbing components, drainage & water systems including replacing defective washers, replacing or fixing broken pipes, and opening clogged drains etc.
• Fault finding and plumbing diagnostics
• Read meters and report water usage
• Preventative maintenance on fixtures
• Interpret building specifications to identify layouts of pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials and systems
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies including ordering replacement materials, filling out associated forms
• Collaborate with Contractors, Electricians, Fitters, and/or other tradesmen for new installation and repairs/maintenance of current plumbing systems
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems
• Perform inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts
• Provide daily feedback on work status to the Supervisor and/or Engineering Manager
• Understanding of and abiding by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Qualifying Criteria
• Qualified Plumber (Red seal certification)
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Valid Drivers license
• Preferred Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIMB) registration/license
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same or similar role advantageous
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Able to work at heights and confined spaces
• Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
Qualifying Attributes:
• Physically fit (Strength to handle materials, tools and machines)
• Knowledge of tools advantageous
• Must be able to work as an individual and within a team
• Must be willing and eager to learn
• Must be honest & reliable
• Hard-working and self–motivated individual
• Willing to work overtime when required
• Must be of sober habits
• High quality workmanship
Type : Permanent
Reporting to: Fitters Manager
Job type: Permanent position
Benefits include
Provident fund
Group life
Funeral cover
15 working days leave per annum
Standard hours
07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday
07:30 – 16:00 Fridays
May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
Applications:
Applicants are invited to email a detailed CV and a motivational letter, outlining relevant experience, to Noleen Bester at [email protected] by no later than Friday 17 April 2026 or WhatsApp their CV to 081 297 1682.
We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.
Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.
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