Plumber | Ashburton

Foleys; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

Stable company

Variety of projects

Ongoing training

Supportive team culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Foleys in Canterbury seeks a skilled Plumber to join our trusted team. You will perform installations, maintenance, repairs and upgrades across commercial and residential projects, reading plans and ensuring work meets NZ regulations.

Work with an experienced team, support apprentices, maintain safety, communicate with project managers, and participate in on-call rosters if required. We offer ongoing training and a stable, long-standing company culture.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Plumber – Tradesman or Certifying.
• Proven plumbing experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Reliable, safety-focused and physically fit.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Comfortable using digital job management systems.
• Full NZ driver’s licence.
• Valid NZ work rights.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing installations, maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
• Read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications.
• Ensure all work meets NZ regulations and industry standards.
• Identify and resolve issues on site.
• Provide clear job updates to Project and Service Managers.
• Work collaboratively with apprentices and other trades.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and team members.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and professionalism.
• Participate in an on-call roster, if required.

Skills

NZ Licensed Plumber

Plumbing experience

Plan reading

Problem solving

Reading plans

Communication skills

Digital job systems

Driver's license

NZ work rights

Tools

Digital job management systems

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Join a trusted team and take the next step in your plumbing career with Foleys.

Foleys is one of New Zealand’s leading plumbing, drainage, electrical and mechanical companies. We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Plumber to join our team and deliver high-quality work across a range of commercial and residential projects.

About the Role

As a Plumber, you’ll carry out quality plumbing installations, maintenance, repairs and upgrades across a variety of projects. You’ll work alongside an experienced team, support apprentices and junior team members, and ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with New Zealand regulations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Complete plumbing installations, maintenance, repairs and upgrade work

• Read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications

• Ensure all work meets NZ regulations and industry standards

• Identify and resolve issues on site

• Provide clear job updates to Project and Service Managers

• Work collaboratively with apprentices and other trades

• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and team members

• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and professionalism

• Participate in an on-call roster, if required

What We’re Looking For

• NZ Registered Plumber – Tradesman or Certifying

• Proven plumbing experience

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to read and interpret plans

• Reliable, safety-focused and physically fit

• Good communication and people skills

• Comfortable using digital job management systems

• Full NZ driver’s licence

• Valid NZ work rights

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications

• Overtime opportunities

• Stable, long-standing company with consistent work

• Variety of projects across different sectors

• Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities

• Supportive team culture and strong leadership

• Opportunity to grow your career with a leading multi-trade business