Senior Plumber

Marvel Placement Consultant; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist water metering company is looking for a Senior Plumber based in Cape Town. The role requires significant experience and competence in installation, compliance, and quality control of water meters across residential and commercial settings. The successful candidate will support large-scale projects, troubleshoot plumbing issues, and mentor junior staff. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced plumber looking to take on a senior technical position with plenty of responsibilities and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ plumbing experience required.
• Advantageous: 3 years' experience in water metering or sub-metering.
• Strong exposure to both residential and commercial plumbing environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and commission water meters across various properties.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults efficiently.
• Train and mentor junior plumbers or subcontractors.

Skills

Problem-solving capability

Reading plumbing drawings

Fault diagnosis

Education

Qualified Plumber (Trade Tested)

PIRB Registration

Job description

Job Location : Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Application Deadline : February 19, 2026

Senior Plumber

We are recruiting a Senior Plumber for our client, a specialist water metering and utilities services company operating across South Africa. This Cape Town-based role is a hands‑on, senior technical position ideal for an experienced plumber.

• We are recruiting a Senior Plumber for our client, a specialist water metering and utilities services company operating across South Africa. This Cape Town-based role is a hands‑on, senior technical position ideal for an experienced plumber.
• The successful candidate will take ownership of complex water meter installations, ensure compliance and quality control, and uphold technical standards across multiple sites.
• Acting as the technical authority within the water metering operation, they will support large‑scale residential and commercial projects, troubleshoot complex faults, and contribute to process development, standards, and the mentoring of junior staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Plumber (Trade Tested).
• Essential: PIRB Registration.
• Minimum of 5 years’ plumbing experience.
• Advantagoeus: At least 3 years’ experience in water metering or sub‑metering
• Strong exposure to residential and commercial plumbing environments.
• Proven experience with bulk meters, sub‑meters, fault‑finding, and repairs.
• Strong understanding of water metering systems and components.
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings, schematics, and layouts.
• Advanced fault diagnosis and problem‑solving capability.
• Comfortable using mobile devices or applications for reporting and documentation.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and commission water meters across residential, commercial, and sectional title properties.
• Convert bulk or shared water supply lines into individually metered supplies.
• Install sub‑meters, bulk meters, isolation valves, strainers, non‑return valves, pressure‑reducing valves, and meter boxes as required.
• Ensure correct pipe sizing, alignment, and meter orientation on all installations.
• Pressure test completed installations and inspect for leaks or defects.
• Verify meter accuracy, flow direction, and correct readings during commissioning.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults, including leaks, low pressure, blocked meters, faulty valves, and incorrect installations.
• Attend escalated call‑outs and resolve complex or high‑risk plumbing issues.
• Replace damaged or failed meters and associated fittings efficiently and safely.
• Ensure all work complies with SANS standards, municipal bylaws, and water authority requirements.
• Identify, report, and rectify non‑compliant or unsafe plumbing installations.
• Enforce health and safety standards across all sites.
• Complete job cards, installation reports, and commissioning documentation accurately.
• Capture meter serial numbers, readings, photographs, and customer sign‑offs.
• Maintain accurate records for billing, audits, and dispute resolution purposes.
• Establish and uphold standard installation methods, procedures, and checklists.
• Act as the technical lead for junior plumbers, assistants, or subcontractors.
• Train and mentor team members on installation quality, safety, and fault‑finding.
• Review and sign off work completed by junior staff or subcontractors.
• Liaise professionally with landlords, body corporates, property managers, and developers.
• Explain meter functionality, readings, and basic troubleshooting to clients when required.
• Manage water meter stock, fittings, valves, tools, and installation materials.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained, secure, and fit for purpose.
• Report stock discrepancies, losses, or damages to management.