Urgent: Junior Plumber

We have an opening for a Junior Plumber at a well-established plumbing firm in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape. This position is suitable for a recently qualified plumber or one nearing the end of apprenticeship seeking further hands-on experience under senior guidance. A structured mentorship programme and registration support is provided.

Responsibilities
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.
• Review completed job cards and site reports to verify that all work has been carried out to specification, materials used are correctly recorded, and the installation is ready for handover and client sign-off with a fully compliant Certificate of Compliance.
• Mentor plumbing apprentices by providing structured on-the-job training in pipefitting, fault diagnosis, reading technical drawings, professional customer communication, and safe work practices to support their preparation for trade testing with the relevant SETA.
• 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.
Installation & Site Execution
• Read and interpret plumbing drawings, isometric diagrams, specifications, and bills of quantities to determine pipe routes, fixture positions, material take-offs, and the correct sequence of installation activities before commencing any work on site.
• Install, connect, and commission water supply, drainage, sanitary fixtures, geysers, and hot water reticulation systems in accordance with SANS 10252 and SANS 10254 plumbing standards and approved building plans for residential and commercial projects.
• Set out and install below-ground drainage networks including sewer and stormwater pipes, inspection chambers, rodding eyes, and grease traps, ensuring correct falls and gradients are maintained to achieve self-cleansing flow velocities as required by building regulations.

Requirements
• Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments that may be dirty or unpleasant.
• For drainage specialist roles, experience with high-pressure jetting equipment and CCTV drain inspection cameras.
• Thorough knowledge of SANS plumbing codes and regulations governing water supply and drainage installations.
• A minimum of three to four years of experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, or construction environments.
• Proficiency in pipe cutting and threading, soldering, brazing, and use of push-fit and compression fittings.

Qualifications
Plumbing Industry Registration Board Registration