STC - Assistant Plumber SAA Technical (12 Months)
South African Airways SAA · Gauteng
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- To assist the Plumber in the inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing infrastructure across SAA & SAAT facilities. The incumbent supports preventative and corrective maintenance activities to ensure the continuous supply of water, effective sanitation services, and compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
Principal Accountabilities
- Assist with Planned Preventive Maintenance PPM activities
- Assist in repairing leaking taps, pipes, valves, and fittings
- Assist with drain cleaning and blockage removal
- Support installation of plumbing fixtures and fittings
- Conduct routine inspections of plumbing infrastructure
- Report defects and leaks
- Assist with condition assessments of plumbing assets
- Assist with water meter readings
- Support leak detection activities
- Assist with water conservation initiatives
- Maintain tools and equipment
- Keep work areas clean and safe
- Record work completed
- Assist with job card completion
- Report maintenance issues promptly
- Store materials correctly
- Follow safe work procedures
- Use PPE correctly
- Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4
- Plumbing Trade Theory Certificate or N2 Plumbing Studies will be an advantage
- Plumbing Learnership or Apprenticeship completed or in progress
- Valid Driver's Licence will be an advantage
- 1 - 2 years' experience in plumbing maintenance, construction, or facilities management environments
- Experience assisting qualified plumbers with maintenance and repairs
Knowledge and Skills
- Occupational Health and Safety Act OHSA
- Basic plumbing principles
- Facilities Management practices
- Safe use of tools and equipment
- Maintenance reporting procedures
- Basic plumbing maintenance skills
- Problem identification and fault reporting
- Ability to follow instructions
- Good communication skills
- Time management
Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Customer service orientation
- Positive attitude
- Team player
- Physical fitness for manual work
Deadline:27th October,2026