Artisan Plumber
Company
Recruite Agency
Location
Cape Town
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Jooble
Job Description
To install and connect geysers and solar water heating systems in accordance and conduct preventative maintenance inspections on plumbing systems, a growing business in Cape Town, Western Cape is seeking an Artisan Plumber.
The role comes with opportunities to learn, upskill, and advance over time. Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.
Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure all plumbing work is carried out in strict compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, including the use of required PPE, safe excavation practices, and confined space entry procedures when working in manholes and underground chambers.
• Manage tools and equipment responsibly by conducting daily pre-use inspections of power tools, drain cleaning machinery, gas torches, and safety harnesses, and immediately removing any defective or damaged equipment from service for repair or replacement.
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.
• 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.
Requirements
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
• A valid driver's licence is essential for roles requiring travel to multiple sites or call-out response.
• Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex plumbing issues and determine effective and cost-efficient repairs.
• A recognised trade certificate in plumbing issued by a relevant SETA or a national certificate in plumbing.
Qualifications
National Diploma in Plumbing or Building Services
The role comes with opportunities to learn, upskill, and advance over time. Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.
Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure all plumbing work is carried out in strict compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, including the use of required PPE, safe excavation practices, and confined space entry procedures when working in manholes and underground chambers.
• Manage tools and equipment responsibly by conducting daily pre-use inspections of power tools, drain cleaning machinery, gas torches, and safety harnesses, and immediately removing any defective or damaged equipment from service for repair or replacement.
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.
• 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.
Requirements
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
• A valid driver's licence is essential for roles requiring travel to multiple sites or call-out response.
• Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board or eligibility to register for qualified plumber positions.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex plumbing issues and determine effective and cost-efficient repairs.
• A recognised trade certificate in plumbing issued by a relevant SETA or a national certificate in plumbing.
Qualifications
National Diploma in Plumbing or Building Services
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