Plumber

Al Ghurair; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Ghurair is seeking a skilled plumber/maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plumbing and sanitary systems across residential and commercial properties in the UAE.

The role requires inspection of pipelines, valves, pumps, water tanks, and drainage, with responsibilities for water pressure checks, leak repair, and drainage cleaning. It also covers installation work and adherence to HSE policies on site.

Qualifications

• ITI Certificate, Trade Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on plumbing and sanitary systems.
• Inspect pipelines, valves, pumps, water tanks, and drainage systems.
• Check water pressure, flow rates, and system performance.
• Clean and maintain drainage lines, floor traps, grease traps, and manholes.
• Diagnose and repair leaks in water supply and drainage systems.
• Repair or replace damaged pipes, fittings, valves, faucets, mixers, flush valves, and sanitary fixtures.
• Clear blocked drains, sewer lines, and sanitary systems.
• Attend work orders and emergency breakdowns within agreed response times.
• Install new plumbing pipelines, sanitary fixtures, and accessories.
• Modify existing plumbing systems based on operational requirements.
• Assist in plumbing renovation and refurbishment projects.
• Monitor and maintain domestic water supply networks.
• Maintain sewage and stormwater drainage systems.
• Support maintenance of transfer pumps, booster pumps, and associated piping.
• Ensure proper operation of water storage tanks and related accessories.
• Follow all HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, and site safety requirements.
• Use appropriate PPE during maintenance activities.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained at work locations.
• Record materials and spare parts utilized during maintenance activities.
• Report recurring defects and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

ITI Certificate, Trade Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Plumbing

Job description

Job Description

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on plumbing and sanitary systems.
• Inspect pipelines, valves, pumps, water tanks, and drainage systems.
• Check water pressure, flow rates, and system performance.
• Clean and maintain drainage lines, floor traps, grease traps, and manholes.

Key Responsibilities

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on plumbing and sanitary systems.
• Inspect pipelines, valves, pumps, water tanks, and drainage systems.
• Check water pressure, flow rates, and system performance.
• Clean and maintain drainage lines, floor traps, grease traps, and manholes.

Corrective Maintenance

• Diagnose and repair leaks in water supply and drainage systems.
• Repair or replace damaged pipes, fittings, valves, faucets, mixers, flush valves, and sanitary fixtures.
• Clear blocked drains, sewer lines, and sanitary systems.
• Attend work orders and emergency breakdowns within agreed response times.

Installation Works

• Install new plumbing pipelines, sanitary fixtures, and accessories.
• Modify existing plumbing systems based on operational requirements.
• Assist in plumbing renovation and refurbishment projects.

Water Supply & Drainage Systems

• Monitor and maintain domestic water supply networks.
• Maintain sewage and stormwater drainage systems.
• Support maintenance of transfer pumps, booster pumps, and associated piping.
• Ensure proper operation of water storage tanks and related accessories.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, and site safety requirements.
• Use appropriate PPE during maintenance activities.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained at work locations.
• Report unsafe conditions and potential risks immediately.

Documentation & Reporting

• Update maintenance records and work orders.
• Record materials and spare parts utilized during maintenance activities.
• Report recurring defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist supervisors in preparing maintenance reports.

Qualifications

• ITI Certificate, Trade Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Plumbing.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in building maintenance or Facilities Management.
• Experience in residential towers, commercial buildings, hospitals, hotels, or government facilities is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of domestic water supply systems, drainage, sewage, and sanitary systems.
• Ability to interpret plumbing drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of pumps, valves, water heaters, and sanitary fixtures.
• Familiarity with PPR, CPVC, UPVC, HDPE, copper, and GI piping systems.
• Skilled in leak detection, pipe fitting, and plumbing repairs.

Competencies

• Troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Customer-focused approach to maintenance services.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor maintenance activities.
• Rotational shifts and emergency call-out duties as required.
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, rooftops, and service areas.