Artisan Plumber - De Doorns

Breede Valley Municipality 2026/08/13 De Doorns Job Reference Number: PWIS/WSN3/0826 Department: Water Networks & Bulklines: De Doorns Business Unit Industry: Government Job Type: Permanent Positions Available: 1 Salary: R316 183,42 - R410 371,15 (EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT) DIRECTORATE: PUBLIC WORKS & INTEGRATED SERVICES DIVISION: WATER SERVICES SECTION: WATER SERVICES & NETWORKS LOCATION: DE DOORNS ARTISAN PLUMBER (PERMANENT) SALARY: R 316 183.42 – R 410 371.15 per annum (T10) TOTAL COST TO COUNCIL: R 444 072 – R 566 201 per annum (Inclusive of Municipal benefits: Group Life Scheme, Pension Fund etc.) Job Description Job Purpose: Co-ordinates and controls the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialized tasks activities associated with the installation, maintenance and repair to water and sewer systems, including, monitoring and correcting the productivity and performance outputs of support personnel and, attending to routine/ general administrative recording requirements contributing to the accomplishment of departmental objectives. Duties: Communicating with the immediate superior and establishing materials and resources necessary against specific works orders. Reading and interpreting drawings/ work orders detailing layout and specifications Marking routes for the running in and laying of pipes and/ or measuring, marking and drilling plastered surfaces using handheld power tools Installing valves, flow meters and/ or bends, joints and diverts pipes using couplings and/ or seam welding techniques Constructing support structures using bricklaying techniques and applying finishing procedures, sealing joints and seams and plastering/ covering open spaces Inspecting and identifying leaks in the system, isolating defective area and commencing with repair sequence Clearing blocked drainage and wastewater systems using high pressure cleaning systems to remove debris/ trapped waste. Visually examining seams, joints and welds on piping reticulation and plumbing systems, fixtures and fittings Completing ‘critical inspection point’ cycle and attending to the cleaning of drainage systems Ensure that the household/industrial service delivery needs are met. Ensure that all Asbestos Cement pipes are replaced with new HDPE pipes. Supervising personnel / subordinates, temporary employees. Ensure details of activities are accurately recorded enabling the processing of personnel, time and material allocation and utilization for specific assignments. Ensure compliance to the OHS Act. Job Requirements Minimum Requirements Grade 10 Trade Test Certificate Plumbing Valid Code C1 driver’s license with PrDP Proven Plumbing Skills Attention to detail 2 years relevant experience Proficiency in at least (2) two of the (3) three languages of the Western Cape Competencies: ( For a detailed description of competencies, read competency level 2 from page 77 / 770 of the Competency Framework on our website or on this link https://bvm.gov.za/download/municipal - staff - regulations - competency - framework/ ) Core Professional Competencies: Managing Work, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising, Quality Orientation. Functional Competencies: Discipline Specific Skills, Workplace Safety. Public Services Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Customer Orientation & Customer focus. Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Ethical Conduct & Accountability. Management/ Leadership Competencies: Direction Setting, Impact & Influence, Coaching & Mentoring, Team Orientation. PLEASE NOTE: Please read the below conditions carefully, only those who comply with the conditions will be considered No late applications will be considered. The Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and as such will adhere to the requirements of the Employment Equity Act and its EE plan. Only online applications will be accepted via the link: https://bvmjobs.mcidirecthire.com When applying via the link above please ensure that you fill in all required fields. Also attach an updated CV (Including details of contactable work references and the relevant numbers), certified copies of qualifications and valid driver’s license not older than six (6) months, supporting documents and covering letter. Applicant with a foreign/ international educational qualification must submit a certificate of verification by SAQA. Candidates will be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employer and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on education qualifications, criminal and credit record. Candidates will be subjected to a medical examination. Any candidate appointed at the Breede Valley Municipality will sign an employment and performance agreement subject to probation per the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations. For enquiries contact the Human Resources Office at 023 348 4961 or by email address: jobs@bvm.gov.za Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification. Misrepresentation of information or fraudulent qualifications documentation will immediately disqualify any applicant. If you have not heard from us within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. All applications should reach us by 27 August 2026 at 14:00. The Municipality reserves it’s right not to make an appointment.