Qualified Senior Plumber

Cape Town, South Africa
Qualified Senior Plumber
Company
Bruno The Plumber
Location
Cape Town
Posted
7 days ago
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Job description
Bruno The Plumber is a plumbing company based in the northern suburbs of Cape Town. We offer a wide variety of plumbing services to residential and commercial properties. We currently have a position available for a qualified plumber to conduct maintenance plumbing.

Role Description The plumber will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and installing plumbing systems and fixtures, as well as performing routine maintenance tasks on those systems. They will also be responsible for identifying and troubleshooting plumbing issues and providing recommendations for solutions.

Requirements:
• Qualification as a certified plumber with a valid South African Plumber's License
• Minimum 5 years experience as a qualified plumber
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job, including lifting and carrying heavy equipment and materials, working in confined spaces, and working at heights
• Sober habits
• Clean criminal record
• Contactable references
• Must reside in the northern suburbs of Cape Town
• Willingness to work periodic on-call shifts and overtime as required
• Resides in the Northern Suburbs

Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, customer service skills, and ability to work well in a team
• Fluent in English
• Presentable
• Organised and pay attention to detail
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Able to work independently

Daily plumbing tasks:
(Not limited to)
• Installation and repair of faucets, sinks, toilets, baths, and showers as well as pipes and drains (general plumbing maintenance)
• Unblocking of drains and waste pipes
• Installation, replacement and maintenance of geysers
• Installation, replacement and maintenance of Solar Systems and Geysers
• Leak investigations and repairs
• Quotes and invoicing

Remuneration:
R 25,000.00 negotiable after 3 months

Overtime (after hours, weekends, public holidays)

Company cell phone

Company vehicle (safe parking and close to HQ)
Position available immediately

Please send your up to date CV along with contactable references to:

brunotheplumber1@gmail.com

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: From R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: On the road

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in South Africa

Q
What is the national minimum wage for plumbers in South Africa as of March 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage is R31.38 per hour effective 1 March 2026. For a standard 45-hour week, this equates to R6,119 per month (R31.38 x 195 hours). Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the rate up to 15 hours per week.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
What salary range can I expect as a qualified plumber in South Africa in 2026?
Under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act enforced by the Department of Employment and Labour, entry-level qualified plumbers earn at least R6,119 per month, while experienced plumbers in urban areas like Johannesburg earn R25,000 to R45,000 monthly as per 2026 sectoral gazettes. Registered plumbers receive additional allowances of R1,200 monthly for tools. These rates are binding in non-exempt sectors.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
As a foreign plumber, what visa do I need to work in South Africa in 2026?
Plumbers (occupation code 671200) qualify for the Critical Skills Work Visa as listed in Government Gazette No. 45609. The visa is issued for up to 5 years and allows immediate permanent residency application after 5 years. No job offer labour market test is required; apply with SAQA-evaluated qualifications at a VFS centre for R4,250 fee.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
Q
What qualifications and experience are required for plumber jobs in South Africa?
A National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Level 4 in Plumbing and a successful trade test (Red Seal) under the National Qualifications Framework are mandatory. Candidates need 36 months supervised practical experience logged in an approved logbook. These are set by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations.
Source: Department of Higher Education and Training