Plumber

Plumber


Company
Discovery
Location
Pretoria
Posted
25 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Plumber – 12 Month Contract About Discovery Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose This

Role is to assist with maintenance strategies and that they are carried out timeously. This role will entail fault finding, analysis of equipment and problems. The aspects of this is to ensure that Key water systems are operational and problems resolved quickly within the associated SLA for both Critical and non-critical areas.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to - Maintenance strategies - Ensure Maintenance strategies are carried out to building, relevant equipment, water systems and services. [preventative, reactive, statutory, condition] - Plan, develop/create and conduct preventative maintenance to equipment and new equipment.
• Conduct statutory maintenance as per regulatory compliance requirements and to Discovery set Standards - Conduct reactive maintenance with urgency and complete it with required quality standards and within prudence.
• Maintenance plumbing work - Identify problem with equipment, pipe work and substandard installation work - Carry out necessary work to repair equipment and unblock pipes - Fault diagnoses boilers and heat pumps systems - Water closet system are kept on good order - Testing of equipment that is water related such as Dishwasher, water dispensers, irrigation, pumps and so on.
• Safety and compliance - Ensure compliance to safety, health and environment Act as well as adherence to the Discovery standards and practices and compliance to the OHS Act.
• Ensure required maintenance activities is carried out at required intervals and that the service and equipment comply to regulations Personal Attributes and Skills - Solutions driven - Able to work alone - Good communication in English - Customer focused - Proficient with computers Education and Experience - Relevant Qualification - Plumbing skills – understanding the principles of water reticulation and drainage systems experience in repairs of minor blockages and WC flushing systems.
• Understand maintenance strategies [preventative, reactive, statutory] - Environmental knowledge of the impacts of poorly maintained water systems, chemicals - 2 years minimum experience working in a corporate or similar environment. Working with Geberit systems, high pressure piping and on a number installation with boilers and plumbing piping. Good understand filtration systems, and pumps. EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Plumber Jobs in South Africa as of 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for plumbers in South Africa is R27.45 per hour as of 1 January 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Plumbers registered under the Building Bargaining Council receive an additional R450 monthly tool allowance.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for Plumber Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an N2 certificate in plumbing plus a minimum of 3 years verifiable experience under a qualified artisan. A Red Seal trade test certificate obtained after 2025 is mandatory for formal employment. No qualifications are accepted without proof of 2800 hours of logged practical training.
Q What documents are needed to apply for Plumber Jobs through official South African channels?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate, and proof of 3 years experience via the ESSA portal by 31 March 2026. A valid tax clearance certificate from SARS and medical fitness report are also required for all applications. Incomplete submissions are rejected within 14 days.
Q What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for plumbers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, plumbers work 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Sick leave is capped at 30 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is limited to 3 days per year. UIF contributions entitle workers to maternity leave of 4 consecutive months.
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