Apprentice Plumber: Mentorship, Growth & Mastery

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship program

Mentorship

Varied projects

Career advancement

Competitive wages

Safe environment

Tools provided

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an eager Apprentice Plumber to start a hands-on learning journey in commercial and residential plumbing. You will work with experienced plumbers to install, maintain, and repair water systems, drainage, and sanitation while learning safety standards.

Key duties include helping with pipe fitting, reading blueprints, cutting and assembling pipes, soldering joints, diagnosing leaks, and installing fixtures.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Strong interest in learning the plumbing trade.
• Good mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Ability to understand and follow technical instructions.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to regulations.
• Physically fit for manual labour in varying conditions.
• Residing in or able to commute to Paarl, Western Cape; willing to overtime/on-call as required.
• Reliable, responsible, punctual with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified plumbers with installation and repair of water supply, drainage, and sanitation systems.
• Read and interpret plumbing blueprints and schematics.
• Cut, thread, and assemble pipes using hand and power tools.
• Perform soldering and brazing of pipe joints.
• Diagnose and resolve leaks and blockages.
• Install fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, and water heaters.
• Ensure work complies with local plumbing codes and safety standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in good condition.
• Adhere to company safety policies and apprenticeship logs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an eager Apprentice Plumber to start a hands-on learning journey in commercial and residential plumbing. You will work with experienced plumbers to install, maintain, and repair water systems, drainage, and sanitation while learning safety standards.

Key duties include helping with pipe fitting, reading blueprints, cutting and assembling pipes, soldering joints, diagnosing leaks, and installing fixtures.