Team Leader-Plumbling
Company
Tsebo Group
Location
Durban
Posted
11 days ago
Via
Adzuna
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Job Description
About Us We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Team Leader – Plumbing to join our technical team at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital. The successful candidate will lead and supervise a plumbing team, ensuring the delivery of effective, efficient, and compliant maintenance services across the facility. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical experience, exceptional organisational ability, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship and safety standards.
As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.
Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Execute planned preventative plumbing maintenance and repair tasks. Supervise and guide Artisan Plumbers and Artisan Aids. Ensure best operating practices and trade standards are applied at all times. Provide material requirements and updates to the Maintenance Supervisor. Complete and submit weekly timesheets and documentation. Drive adherence to company Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) policies, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 18001. Prioritise, plan, and complete maintenance tasks within set timelines. Identify critical spares and liaise with the Supervisor for procurement. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Support other departments and perform reasonable ad hoc duties as required. Work from heights, confined spaces, and operate gas welding/soldering equipment safely.
Skills and Competencies
Skills & Knowledge
Strong technical plumbing expertise, including repairs, materials, methods, tools, and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings.
Competent with gas welding torches and soldering.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to plan, organise, and manage workload effectively.
Strong understanding of safety hazards and safe working practices.
Behavioural Competencies Energetic, reliable, and punctual. Approachable, friendly, and customer service–oriented. Able to remain calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team.
Qualifications Qualifications Matric Trade Tested Master Plumber (Red Seal) Valid PIRB Registration Certificate Experience 5–10 years’ experience in plumbing maintenance or contracting fields.
As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.
Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Execute planned preventative plumbing maintenance and repair tasks. Supervise and guide Artisan Plumbers and Artisan Aids. Ensure best operating practices and trade standards are applied at all times. Provide material requirements and updates to the Maintenance Supervisor. Complete and submit weekly timesheets and documentation. Drive adherence to company Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) policies, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 18001. Prioritise, plan, and complete maintenance tasks within set timelines. Identify critical spares and liaise with the Supervisor for procurement. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Support other departments and perform reasonable ad hoc duties as required. Work from heights, confined spaces, and operate gas welding/soldering equipment safely.
Skills and Competencies
Skills & Knowledge
Strong technical plumbing expertise, including repairs, materials, methods, tools, and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawings.
Competent with gas welding torches and soldering.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to plan, organise, and manage workload effectively.
Strong understanding of safety hazards and safe working practices.
Behavioural Competencies Energetic, reliable, and punctual. Approachable, friendly, and customer service–oriented. Able to remain calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team.
Qualifications Qualifications Matric Trade Tested Master Plumber (Red Seal) Valid PIRB Registration Certificate Experience 5–10 years’ experience in plumbing maintenance or contracting fields.
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.
