Qualified Plumber - Luxury Safari & Hospitality Lodge

Zeebra Junction; Vaalwater; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Laundry service provided

Job summary

Zeebra Junction in Waterberg region, Limpopo, South Africa, seeks a qualified Plumber to join the maintenance team. The role is hands-on, requiring independence and teamwork in a remote luxury hospitality environment, with a focus on preventative maintenance and high workmanship standards.

The ideal candidate will have formal plumbing qualifications and practical experience in hospitality or remote-site settings, and will work under the Maintenance Manager to maintain all plumbing systems and

Qualifications

• Formally qualified Plumber / recognised trade qualification.
• Proven practical experience as a Plumber.
• Experience in hospitality, lodges, hotels, resorts, estates or remote-site environments is advantageous.
• Strong practical plumbing and fault-finding skills.
• Sound knowledge of domestic and commercial plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and preventative plumbing maintenance across the property.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults, leaks, blockages and water-pressure problems.
• Maintain and repair hot- and cold-water systems, pipes, valves, pumps, toilets, showers and related fixtures.
• Install, repair and replace plumbing equipment and components as required.
• Assist with maintenance in guest accommodation, lodge facilities, staff areas and back-of-house infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to plumbing-related breakdowns and maintenance requests.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential plumbing failures before they become major problems.
• Maintain records of maintenance work, repairs, materials and replacements.
• Work with the Maintenance Manager and team on planned maintenance programmes.

Skills

Plumbing

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Education

Plumbing trade qualification

Job description

Qualified Plumber

Luxury Safari & Hospitality Property | Waterberg, Limpopo

A career opportunity for a skilled, hands-on Plumber to join a professional Maintenance Team

Our client is a prestigious luxury safari and hospitality operation situated within the spectacular Waterberg region of Limpopo. The property combines high-end guest accommodation, lodge facilities and extensive infrastructure within a private game reserve environment.

We are seeking a formally qualified and experienced Plumber to join the property's support team and work closely with the Maintenance Manager to ensure that all plumbing systems, fixtures and related infrastructure are maintained to a consistently high standard.

This is a practical, hands-on position suited to a reliable tradesperson who takes pride in quality workmanship and understands the importance of preventative maintenance within a remote luxury hospitality environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out routine and preventative plumbing maintenance across the property.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults, leaks, blockages and water-pressure problems.
• Maintain and repair hot- and cold-water systems, pipes, valves, pumps, toilets, showers and related fixtures.
• Install, repair and replace plumbing equipment and components as required.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs in guest accommodation, lodge facilities, staff areas and back-of-house infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to plumbing-related breakdowns and maintenance requests.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential plumbing failures before they become major problems.
• Assist with general maintenance projects where required and within the scope of your skills.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Manager and broader maintenance team on planned maintenance programmes.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, materials and replacement components.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Adhere to all applicable health, safety and operational procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Formally qualified Plumber / recognised plumbing trade qualification – essential.
• Proven practical experience as a Plumber.
• Experience in hospitality, lodges, hotels, resorts, estates, game reserves or remote-site environments will be highly advantageous.
• Strong practical plumbing and fault-finding skills.
• Sound knowledge of domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively within a maintenance team.
• Good preventative-maintenance mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on environment.
• Able to work in a remote bush/lodge environment.
• Reliable, responsible and service-oriented.
• Good communication skills.
• A valid driver's licence would be advantageous.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will be more than simply a plumber. You will be a hands-on maintenance professional who understands that in a luxury hospitality environment, even a relatively minor plumbing fault can have a direct impact on the guest experience.

You should be practical, resourceful and able to troubleshoot problems effectively, often with limited access to outside contractors or suppliers. Experience working in a lodge, hotel, safari property, estate or other remote operational environment would be a significant advantage.

You must be comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary maintenance team and be willing to assist with general maintenance requirements when necessary.

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

• Highly competitive, market-related salary
• Accommodation provided
• Meals provided
• Laundry service provided
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious luxury hospitality and safari environment
• Professional and supportive maintenance team

LOCATION

Waterberg Region, Limpopo, South Africa

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Plumber who is looking for a long-term position in a unique hospitality environment where technical competence, reliability and hands-on ability are genuinely valued.