Description:
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 t
20 Jan 2026;
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