Water Technician / Plumber (Lonehill, Johannesburg)

University Of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg is looking for a Water Technician/Plumber responsible for implementing and maintaining water savings across properties. The ideal candidate must have an N6 or National Diploma in Civil Engineering along with plumbing experience. Responsibilities include monitoring water usage and ensuring efficiency. A commitment to health, safety, and ethical practices is essential. The position requires travel and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel.
• Commitment to health & safety and ethical practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain water savings across assigned properties.
• Recommend interventions and monitor water usage.
• Ensure optimal water efficiency throughout contracts.

Skills

Water audit and efficiency expertise

Installation and repair of bulk infrastructure

Domestic plumbing repairs

Knowledge of older pipe systems

Experience with water conservation

Understanding of bulk infrastructure

Planning and troubleshooting

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

N6 / National Diploma in Civil Engineering with Plumbing Trade Certificate

Job description

WATER TECHNICIAN / PLUMBER (LONEHILL, JOHANNESBURG)

Permanent

NEL

Trade and Technical

Gauteng , JHB - Northern Suburbs

Overview

The Water Technician is responsible for implementing and maintaining water savings across assigned properties.

The role includes recommending interventions, monitoring water usage, and ensuring optimal water efficiency throughout the duration of contracts.

Occasional work on other sites or regions may be required.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• N6 / National Diploma in Civil Engineering with Plumbing Trade Certificate
• years of plumbing experience

Requirements

• Water audit and efficiency expertise
• Installation and repair of bulk infrastructure (meters, valves, pipework mm)
• Domestic plumbing repairs (cisterns, taps, flush valves, stopcocks)
• Knowledge of older pipe systems (asbestos cement, galvanised)
• Experience with water conservation (boreholes, rain / grey water harvesting)
• Understanding of bulk infrastructure (reservoirs, pump stations, step tests)
• Planning, troubleshooting, and selecting appropriate tools / materials
• Knowledge of water infrastructure and demand management
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Google Chrome
• Ability to draft basic reticulation schematics
• Commitment to health & safety, company values, and ethical practices
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel

Based in Johannesburg North

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