Plumber Assistant

Plumber Assistant


Company
RecruitSmith (PTY) LTD
Location
Cape Town (+1 other)
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Talent.com

Job Description
We Are Hiring

We are looking for a Plumber Assistant to support our plumbing team with installations, maintenance, and daily operations.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within the plumbing industry.

Key Responsibilities
β€’ Assist plumbers with installations and repairs
β€’ Prepare tools, materials, and work areas
β€’ Support leak detection and maintenance work
β€’ Carry out basic plumbing tasks under supervision
β€’ Maintain cleanliness and organisation on-site

Requirements
β€’ Basic plumbing knowledge or experience
β€’ Willingness to learn and grow
β€’ Physically fit and able to work on-site
β€’ Good attitude and work ethic
β€’ Reliable and punctual

Advantageous
β€’ Previous plumbing assistant experience
β€’ Exposure to maintenance or construction environments
β€’ Valid driver’s licence

Ideal Candidate
β€’ Hardworking and eager to learn
β€’ Good team player
β€’ Takes initiative

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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
Q What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
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