Qualified Plumber / Leak Detection Technician – Rozman Plumbing Co.
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION AND THE ROLE
Rozman Plumbing Co. provides professional plumbing services across maintenance, renovations, construction, leak detection and water-heating systems. The business requires an experienced plumber who is technically competent, dependable and confident working in occupied homes, businesses and active project environments.
This is a hands-on role for an experienced plumber who can work independently without day-to-day guidance and lead a small team when required. It requires sound judgement, careful workmanship and the ability to clearly explain findings and recommended solutions to clients.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will be responsible for diagnosing plumbing faults, detecting and locating concealed leaks, completing high-quality repairs and installations, and working on conventional and energy-efficient hot-water systems.
1. Plumbing Maintenance and Fault Finding
- Attend to residential and commercial plumbing maintenance, breakdowns and repair work.
- Inspect plumbing systems, diagnose faults and identify the most appropriate repair solution.
- Repair or replace pipes, valves, taps, toilets, drains, fittings and related plumbing components.
- Test completed work to confirm that faults have been resolved and systems are operating safely and correctly.
2. Leak Detection and Diagnostics
- Detect and accurately locate visible and concealed water leaks using tracer gas, thermal imaging and acoustic sonar equipment.
- Use a systematic diagnostic process to isolate the source of leaks while minimising unnecessary disruption to the property.
- Interpret equipment readings and site observations to determine the likely cause, position and extent of a leak.
- Provide clear findings and practical repair recommendations to the client or manager.
- Maintain leak-detection equipment in good working order and use it in accordance with manufacturer and safety requirements.
3. Renovations and Construction Plumbing
- Carry out plumbing installations and alterations for renovations, upgrades and new construction projects.
- Read and work from plans, measurements, instructions and site requirements where applicable.
- Install water-supply, drainage and sanitary systems accurately and in line with accepted plumbing standards.
- Coordinate plumbing activities with clients, contractors and other trades to support efficient project delivery.
4. Geysers, Solar Systems and Heat Pumps
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electric geysers and associated plumbing components.
- Work competently on solar geyser and heat-pump systems, including fault finding and component replacement.
- Install, programme, test and troubleshoot Geyserwise systems and controls.
- Identify unsafe, non-compliant or inefficient installations and recommend appropriate corrective action.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
The ideal applicant will have the following competencies:
1. Work experience and industry exposure
- A recognised plumbing qualification or a minimum of 5 years’ practical plumbing experience is essential.
- Strong experience in plumbing maintenance, repairs, renovations and construction installations.
- Practical training and proven experience in leak-detection methods, including tracer gas, thermal imaging and acoustic sonar.
- Proven ability to install, maintain and repair electric geysers, solar geysers, heat pumps and Geyserwise systems.
- Sound fault-finding ability and a thorough understanding of domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
2. Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English, with clear verbal communication skills.
- Well spoken and professionally presented, with the ability to interact confidently with clients, contractors and team members.
- Able to explain technical problems and recommended solutions in a clear and customer-friendly manner.
- Calm, respectful and solutions-focused when dealing with pressure, client concerns or unexpected site issues.
3. Excellent Administration and Organisational Skills
- Able to assess priorities, plan work and complete jobs efficiently without day-to-day guidance.
- Organised and reliable, with strong time-management skills and attention to detail.
- Able to coordinate a small team, monitor progress and maintain quality standards.
- Able to keep accurate job records, document findings and communicate material or follow-up requirements.
4. General
- Technically competent in tracer-gas, thermal-imaging and acoustic leak-detection methods.
- A proactive individual who uses initiative and takes ownership of service delivery and workmanship.
- A valid driver’s licence.
Interested?
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Closing date for applications: 22 September 2026
If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application to have been unsuccessful
Job Features
| Location: | West coast/Milnerton |
| Reporting to: | Owner |
| Nature of contract: | Permanent |
| Hours of work: | Full time; flexibility may be required for urgent call-outs and project demands |
| Salary range: | Market Related |
| Benefits: | Tools & equipment provided, opportunities for growth and training, supportive work environment, company vehicle |
| Closing date for applications: | 22 September 2026 |
| Interested? | Click on the APPLY NOW / DOWNLOAD APPLICATION button above |