Plumber (New) – Gauteng

Dipula Income Fund Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Dipula Income Fund Limited is seeking a skilled plumber to install, maintain, inspect and repair plumbing systems across multiple properties. The role includes preventative maintenance, fault-finding, emergency repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and plumbing standards.

The ideal candidate should be technically skilled, reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team with strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Plumbing trade qualification or recognised plumbing certification.
• Valid trade test/certificate.
• Experience in retail, commercial, or industrial plumbing is preferred.
• Knowledge of plumbing regulations, health and safety requirements.
• Valid driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and reactive plumbing maintenance across the properties.
• Repair and maintain water supply, drainage, sanitation, piping, taps, toilets, basins, showers, geysers and related equipment.
• Identify and repair leaks, blockages and other plumbing faults.
• Inspect plumbing systems and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure all work meets required safety and quality standards.

Skills

Reliability

Good workmanship

Follow instructions

Professional conduct

Pressure tolerance

Safety awareness

Record-keeping

Building management systems

Computer literacy

Education

Plumbing trade qualification

Trade certificate/test

Tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

• Plumbing trade qualification or recognised plumbing certification.
• Valid trade test/certificate.
• Previous experience in retail, commercial, or industrial plumbing.
• Knowledge of plumbing regulations, health and safety requirements.
• Valid driver’s licence required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Technical Skills

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of water supply and drainage systems.
• Installation and repair of pipes, valves, taps, toilets, basins, showers, and related fittings.
• Leak detection and repair.
• Unblocking and maintenance of drainage systems.
• Installation and maintenance of hot-water systems and geysers.
• Basic understanding of pumps and water-pressure systems.
• Reading and interpreting plumbing drawings and plans.
• Use of plumbing tools and equipment safely and correctly.
• Fault-finding and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to identify plumbing defects and recommend appropriate solutions.

Personal Skills

• Reliability and punctuality.
• Good workmanship and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow instructions and company procedures.
• Professional conduct when dealing with Tenants and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of building management systems.
• Computer literacy for maintenance reports and job cards.

Overview/Principle Functions

A plumber is responsible for installing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing plumbing systems, including water supply, drainage, sanitation, pipes, fixtures, pumps, and geysers. The role includes preventative maintenance, fault-finding, emergency repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and plumbing standards. The ideal candidate should be technically skilled, reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team, with strong problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.

Key Tasks

Key Performance Area / Main
Output

Detailed Description / Inputs

Plumbing Maintenance

• Carry out routine and reactive plumbing maintenance across the properties
• Repair and maintain water supply, drainage, sanitation, piping, taps, toilets, basins, showers, geysers, pumps, valves and related plumbing equipment.
• Identify and repair leaks, blockages, burst pipes, faulty valves and other plumbing faults.
• Conduct inspections to identify potential plumbing failures and maintenance requirements.
• Ensure all plumbing work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.

Property & Tenant Support

• Attend to plumbing faults and maintenance requests reported by tenants.
• Provide professional and efficient technical support to tenants and property management.
• Investigate plumbing complaints and determine the cause of faults.
• Minimise disruption to tenants and property operations when carrying out maintenance.
• Communicate maintenance requirements, findings and progress to the Property Manager or Facilities Manager.

Compliance & Health and Safety

• Keep up to date with current plumbing regulations,standards and health and safety requirements applicable to the property’s plumbing systems.
• Ensure all plumbing work complies with applicable legislation, building requirements and company procedures.
• Use tools, equipment and materials safely and correctly.
• Identify and report potential health, safety and environmental risks associated with plumbing systems.
• Maintain safe and clean work areas during and after maintenance activities.

Preventative Maintenance & Reporting

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance according to the property’s maintenance plan.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, faults, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Report recurring faults and major electrical issues to management.
• Assist with budgeting and identifying electrical maintenance and replacement requirements.
• Recommend energy-saving opportunities and improvements where applicable.

Contractor Management

• Supervise and coordinate external plumbing contractors when required.
• Verify that contractors comply with property procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant plumbing standards.
• Inspect completed plumbing work and report any defects, poor workmanship or non-compliance.
• Assist with obtaining quotations and evaluating plumbing maintenance and replacement requirements.
• Monitor contractor work to ensure quality, timelines and agreed specifications are met. Emergency preparedness and business continuity activities.

Emergency & Standby Duties

• Respond promptly to plumbing emergencies, leaks, burst pipes, blocked drains and equipment breakdowns.
• Participate in standby and after-hours call-outs where required.
• Assist during water supply interruptions, flooding, major leaks and planned shutdowns.
• Isolate water supplies and implement appropriate temporary measures during emergencies.
• Support the property team during emergency preparedness and business continuity activities.

Tools, Equipment & Stock Control

• Maintain plumbing tools, equipment and machinery in good working condition.
• Ensure appropriate tools and materials are available for scheduled and reactive maintenance.
• Monitor plumbing-related stock and report shortages or replacement requirements.
• Use materials responsibly and minimise unnecessary wastage.

Quality & Customer Service

• Ensure all plumbing repairs and installations are completed to a professional standard.
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with tenants, contractors and property staff.
• Ensure maintenance requests are attended to within agreed response times.
• Follow up on completed work to confirm that plumbing issues have been resolved effectively.