Plumbers (geyser maintenance) - Cape Town CBD / Southern Suburbs - Own Transport, Valid Drivers License Essential, preference would be given to Cape Town Applicants
Company
MDT Foods cc t/a MDT Technical Placements
Location
Cape Town
Posted
5 days ago
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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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for qualified plumbers in South Africa from 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for plumbers as of 1 March 2026. This applies to all Sectoral Determination 13 workers with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade test certificate is required to legally work as a plumber in South Africa in 2026?
Candidates must hold a Red Seal trade certificate issued after passing the QCTO trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be registered on the National Artisan Database by 31 December 2025 for 2026 employment. No plumber may be employed without this qualification under the Skills Development Act.
How many annual leave days and sick leave days are plumbers entitled to under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act in 2026?
Plumbers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment and 30 days of paid sick leave over a 36-month cycle. The leave must be taken within 6 months after the leave cycle ends or it is forfeited.
What documents must be submitted when applying for a plumber position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form to the nearest labour centre. All documents must be uploaded to the ESSA online portal by 30 June 2026 for the annual placement cycle.
