Master Plumber

Master Plumber


Company
As It Should Be
Location
Al Ain - Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
MASTER PLUMBER

LOCATION: Al Hiyar, Al Ain, UAE

REPORTS TO: Construction Manager

DEPARTMENT: Construction

ACCOMMODATION: On-Site

Precision. Reliability. Systems that never let us down.

At As It Should Be, our standards don’t stop at animal welfare or product quality, they extend to the infrastructure that supports them. Across our farm, hatchery, slaughterhouse, processing facilities and staff accommodation, water systems must be safe, hygienic, resilient and professionally maintained at all times.

We are seeking a Master Plumber who understands that in a farm which includes a food-production environment, plumbing is mission-critical.

THE ROLE

You will be fully responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of all plumbing and water systems across the AISB site, including:
β€’ Poultry houses
β€’ Hatchery operations
β€’ Slaughterhouse and processing areas
β€’ Staff accommodation and welfare facilities

This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role requiring technical expertise, preventative discipline and fast response when issues arise.

Core Responsibilities

Installing, maintaining and repairing:

Potable water supply systems

Wastewater and drainage systems

High-use washdown and hygiene lines

Maintaining pumps, tanks, valves, filters, pressure regulators and fittings.

Ensuring Uninterrupted Water Supply To
β€’ Hatchery systems
β€’ Slaughter and evisceration lines
β€’ Washdown, sanitation and hygiene areas

Responding immediately to leaks, blockages, pressure drops or contamination risks.

Carrying out preventative maintenance inspections across all facilities.

Identifying weak points and correcting them before failures occur.

Working safely and hygienically in food-grade environments.

Keeping clear, accurate maintenance and inspection records.

KPIs (How Success Is Measured)

Operational Reliability
β€’ Response time to critical issues (hatchery/slaughter): ≀ 15 minutes
β€’ Issue resolution: β‰₯ 95% resolved same working day

Preventative Maintenance
β€’ Scheduled inspections completed: 100% on time
β€’ Recurring faults: ≀ 5% per quarter
β€’ Preventative maintenance compliance: 100%

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance
β€’ Water-related hygiene incidents: 0 tolerance
β€’ Leaks or repeat failures: 0 tolerance
β€’ Safety incidents related to plumbing work: 0 tolerance
β€’ Compliance with food-production hygiene standards: 100%

Quality & Discipline
β€’ Rework due to workmanship: 0%
β€’ Maintenance logs completed: 100%
β€’ Work areas left clean, safe and operational: 100%

Values & Behaviours (AISB Standard)

Precision & Craftsmanship
β€’ Work is neat, durable and professionally finished.
β€’ Systems are built to last, not patched temporarily.

Ownership & Accountability
β€’ Takes full responsibility for water systems across the site.
β€’ Does not walk away from unresolved issues.

Attention to Detail
β€’ Spots early signs of failure before they escalate.
β€’ Double-checks fittings, seals and pressures.

Hygiene & Food Safety Awareness
β€’ Understands the critical importance of clean, reliable water in hatchery, farm, slaughter operations and accommodation and staff restaurant.
β€’ Works to food-grade standards at all times.

Reliability & Responsiveness
β€’ Available and responsive when systems are under pressure.
β€’ Calm and decisive during urgent situations.

Discipline & Organisation
β€’ Maintains tools, materials and work areas properly.
β€’ Keeps accurate, up-to-date maintenance records.

What You Bring
β€’ Proven experience as a Master Plumber or senior plumbing professional.
β€’ Strong experience in commercial, industrial or food-production environments, as well as main line external work.
β€’ Confident working with pumps, tanks, pressure systems and high-usage washdown lines.
β€’ Ability to work independently with sound judgement and initiative.
β€’ Strong understanding of hygiene, safety and system reliability.

What We Offer
β€’ Excellent on-site meals, accommodation, uniforms, and PPE
β€’ On-site cleaning and laundry services
β€’ Supportive, respectful, and modern working environment
β€’ Growth opportunities into Team Leader roles
β€’ Be part of a globally ethical poultry brand, where care, welfare, and quality live together As It Should Be.

WHY JOIN AS IT SHOULD BE?

Because in a hatchery and slaughterhouse environment, plumbing isn’t background maintenance β€” it’s critical infrastructure.

If you take pride in systems that work flawlessly, respond fast when they don’t, and believe in doing the job properly the first time, we want you on site.

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