Plumbers (geyser maintenance) - Cape Town CBD / Southern Suburbs - Own Transport, Valid Drivers License Essential, preference would be given to Cape Town Applicants

Plumbers (geyser maintenance) - Cape Town CBD / Southern Suburbs - Own Transport, Valid Drivers License Essential, preference would be given to Cape Town Applicants

Cape Town, South Africa

Company
MDT Foods cc t/a MDT Technical Placements
Location
Cape Town
Posted
5 days ago
Via
PNet

Job Description
Introduction

Established plumbing company in Cape Town requires Plumbers with Matric / Grade 12, trade test certificate and 3-4years geyser maintenance and repairs experience. You must know your way around Cape Town CBD / Southern Suburbs, have your own transport and valid drivers licence (essential).

Company transport will be provided to go out to sites.

You main responsibility will be electric geyser as well as thermal geyser assessment and repairs / replacement.

Preference would be given to applicants from the City of Cape Town metropole - you must be able to find your way in and around Cape Town and the Southern Suburbs of the Western Cape.

Duties & Responsibilities

Your primary focus being on maintenance plumbing, covering:
• Electric Geyser assessment and replacements
• Thermal solar system assessments and replacements (Recognized training if done must be presented)
• PV to Geyser assessments and replacements (Recognized training if done must be presented)
• Component maintenance and testing
• Electrical testing of components and related equipment
• Drainage
• Leak Detection (Will need to prove competency)
• Jetting ( Will need to prove competency and knowledge)

Desired Experience & Qualification

You must have Matric / Grade 12, be trade tested and have valid driverse licence and your own reliable transport (to be able to get to work).

You must be fit and in good health and be able to work / crawl into tight roof spaces to perform your duties.

Working hours - Monday to Friday 07h30 to 17h00 (or later as required)

Standby / after hours rotation every second weekend - on rotation

Package & Remuneration

Basic Salary negotiable - depending on qualification and experience

Upsell Commission is payable
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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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