Plumber

Plumber

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
Discovery
Location
Pretoria
Posted
25 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Plumber – 12 Month Contract About Discovery Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose This

Role is to assist with maintenance strategies and that they are carried out timeously. This role will entail fault finding, analysis of equipment and problems. The aspects of this is to ensure that Key water systems are operational and problems resolved quickly within the associated SLA for both Critical and non-critical areas.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to - Maintenance strategies - Ensure Maintenance strategies are carried out to building, relevant equipment, water systems and services. [preventative, reactive, statutory, condition] - Plan, develop/create and conduct preventative maintenance to equipment and new equipment.
• Conduct statutory maintenance as per regulatory compliance requirements and to Discovery set Standards - Conduct reactive maintenance with urgency and complete it with required quality standards and within prudence.
• Maintenance plumbing work - Identify problem with equipment, pipe work and substandard installation work - Carry out necessary work to repair equipment and unblock pipes - Fault diagnoses boilers and heat pumps systems - Water closet system are kept on good order - Testing of equipment that is water related such as Dishwasher, water dispensers, irrigation, pumps and so on.
• Safety and compliance - Ensure compliance to safety, health and environment Act as well as adherence to the Discovery standards and practices and compliance to the OHS Act.
• Ensure required maintenance activities is carried out at required intervals and that the service and equipment comply to regulations Personal Attributes and Skills - Solutions driven - Able to work alone - Good communication in English - Customer focused - Proficient with computers Education and Experience - Relevant Qualification - Plumbing skills – understanding the principles of water reticulation and drainage systems experience in repairs of minor blockages and WC flushing systems.
• Understand maintenance strategies [preventative, reactive, statutory] - Environmental knowledge of the impacts of poorly maintained water systems, chemicals - 2 years minimum experience working in a corporate or similar environment. Working with Geberit systems, high pressure piping and on a number installation with boilers and plumbing piping. Good understand filtration systems, and pumps. EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the national minimum wage for entry-level plumbers in South Africa in 2026?
According to the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage is R32.45 per hour effective 1 March 2026, applying to entry-level plumbers under the National Minimum Wage Act. This equates to R5,620 per month for a standard 173-hour month. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
Q What is the average monthly salary for qualified plumbers in South Africa in 2026?
Statistics South Africa reports the average gross monthly earnings for plumbers and related construction tradespersons at R28,750 as of the 2026 P015 Labour Market Dynamics Survey. Experienced plumbers with trade certificates earn up to R35,200 monthly in urban areas like Gauteng. These figures exclude bonuses averaging R4,500 annually.
Q As a foreign plumber, what visa do I need to work in South Africa in 2026?
The Department of Home Affairs requires a Critical Skills Work Visa for plumbers listed on the 2026 Critical Skills List, valid for up to 5 years. Applicants must submit a job offer, SAQA-verified qualifications, and proof of 3 years experience; processing takes 8-10 weeks and costs R1,520. General Work Visas are for non-critical skills but require Labour Market Testing.
Q What qualifications and experience are required for plumber jobs in South Africa?
The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations mandates a National Certificate: Plumbing (NQF Level 4) and a successful trade test for artisan status, requiring 3 years apprenticeship under a qualified mentor. Matric with Mathematics and Science is the minimum entry for training programmes starting January 2026. Over 12,500 plumbers were registered as artisans in 2025.
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