Plumber

Rela Hospital; Chennai; On-site; INR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Rela Hospital in Chennai is seeking a full-time on-site Plumber to install, maintain and repair plumbing systems across the hospital facility. You will ensure reliable water supply, drainage and waste disposal, troubleshoot leaks, and respond to service requests to support uninterrupted clinical operations.

You will work with facilities and engineering teams to comply with safety, health and building regulations, and maintain accurate work records while engaging with hospital staff

Qualifications

• Strong skills in plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience with routine and preventive maintenance and diagnosing issues.
• Ability to provide courteous, responsive service to staff.
• Knowledge of safety standards and hospital building regulations.
• Healthcare facility experience is a plus.
• Technical certification in plumbing or related trade.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair plumbing systems, fixtures and pipelines across the hospital.
• Troubleshoot leaks, blockages and perform preventive maintenance.
• Respond to service requests and ensure uninterrupted clinical operations.
• Coordinate with facilities and engineering teams to meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and interact professionally with hospital staff.

Skills

Plumbing installation

Maintenance & repair

Preventive maintenance

Customer service

Code compliance

Education

Technical plumbing certification

Job description

Company Description

Rela Hospital is an international quaternary care facility in India, committed to serving a diverse patient population with advanced, high-quality healthcare. The hospital combines state-of-the-art infrastructure with cutting-edge medical technology and highly experienced clinical professionals. It offers highly specialized care across all major specialties, with a strong focus on critically ill patients and multi-organ transplantation. Under the leadership of Prof. Mohamed Rela, a globally recognized liver surgeon, the hospital houses one of the world’s largest dedicated liver intensive care units. Rela Hospital also provides comprehensive primary and secondary care to the local community at standards comparable to leading international healthcare systems.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Plumber role based at Rela Hospital in Chennai. The Plumber will install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, fixtures, and pipelines across the hospital facility, ensuring reliable water supply, drainage, and waste disposal. Responsibilities include troubleshooting leaks and blockages, performing preventive maintenance, and responding promptly to plumbing-related service requests to support uninterrupted clinical operations. The Plumber will work closely with the facilities and engineering teams to comply with safety, health, and building regulations. The role also involves maintaining accurate records of work performed and interacting with hospital staff in a professional, service-oriented manner.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair, including working with various pipe types and fittings.
• Experience in routine and preventive maintenance, with the ability to diagnose and resolve plumbing issues efficiently.
• Ability to provide courteous, responsive customer service to clinical and non-clinical staff while managing service requests.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards, building codes, and hospital facility regulations.
• Prior experience in healthcare, commercial, or large institutional facilities is an advantage.
• Relevant technical certification or vocational training in plumbing or a related trade.
• Ability to work in shifts, handle emergency call-outs, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.