Plumber (Paarden Eiland, Montague Gardens and Epping)
Company
ExecutivePlacements.com
Location
Cape Town
Posted
13 days ago
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Recruiter:
Swift Human Resources
Job Ref:
CEN001267/SM
Date posted:
Friday, April 24, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Position available for a Plumber
Required Qualifications & Skills:
• Grade 12
• Trade test certificate (Section 13 or 28) is essential. Some roles require a NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification in Plumbing / Civil Engineering.
• 2-3 years of maintenance or construction plumbing experience.
• PIRB (Plumbing Industry Registration Board) registration (beneficial).
Key Job Specifications & Responsibilities:
• Installations: Fitting pipes, valves, sanitary fixtures, and geysers in new construction.
• Maintenance & Repair: Conducting plumbing system assessments, fixing leaks, unblocking drains, and performing preventative maintenance.
• Compliance: Ensuring all work adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS), SANS codes, and local municipality bylaws.
• Technical Skills: Cutting, threading, and welding pipes, reading blueprints, and handling maintenance call-outs.
• Reporting: Preparing, and issuing quotes, and producing detailed work reports.
POSITION INFO:
Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.
Swift Human Resources
Job Ref:
CEN001267/SM
Date posted:
Friday, April 24, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Position available for a Plumber
Required Qualifications & Skills:
• Grade 12
• Trade test certificate (Section 13 or 28) is essential. Some roles require a NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification in Plumbing / Civil Engineering.
• 2-3 years of maintenance or construction plumbing experience.
• PIRB (Plumbing Industry Registration Board) registration (beneficial).
Key Job Specifications & Responsibilities:
• Installations: Fitting pipes, valves, sanitary fixtures, and geysers in new construction.
• Maintenance & Repair: Conducting plumbing system assessments, fixing leaks, unblocking drains, and performing preventative maintenance.
• Compliance: Ensuring all work adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS), SANS codes, and local municipality bylaws.
• Technical Skills: Cutting, threading, and welding pipes, reading blueprints, and handling maintenance call-outs.
• Reporting: Preparing, and issuing quotes, and producing detailed work reports.
POSITION INFO:
Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
