Qualified Plumber / Gasfitter / Drainlayer – Future Business Opportunity

Looking for more than just another plumbing job? Laser Plumbing is growing in Palmerston North and we're looking for an experienced Plumber, Gasfitter or Drainlayer to become a key part of our local operation. We already have an established customer base and ongoing work throughout Palmerston North and Manawatu, currently serviced by our Wanganui team. Now we're ready to build a permanent Palmerston North team – and we're looking for the right person to help lead it. What we offer $40+ per hour , depending on experience and qualifications Time and a half after 42.5 hours Company vehicle and phone Tool allowance Variety of plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying work Established customers and ongoing work Full administration and scheduling support Proven systems, processes and marketing Support from an established Laser Plumbing business Genuine opportunity to progress into leadership and potentially business ownership Join an Award-Winning Business At the 2026 Laser Group Conference Awards , Laser Plumbing Wanganui was: Winner – Outstanding Growth Award (Plumbing) Finalist – Plumbing Business of the Year Finalist – Plumbing Sales & Marketing Excellence The Outstanding Growth Award recognises strong, profitable and sustainable growth over the previous three years across the Laser Plumbing network in New Zealand. We're proud of what our team has achieved, and we're looking for the right person to help us bring that same momentum to Palmerston North. Who we're looking for Ideally, you'll be a qualified Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer , with Certifying qualifications being a real advantage. But don't let that stop you applying if you don't tick every box. If you're qualified in one or two of these trades, aren't yet Certifying in all three, or are working towards further qualifications, we still want to hear from you. More important to us is finding someone who: Is experienced and confident working independently Takes pride in doing the job properly Is great with customers and communicates well Is reliable, organised and accountable Has the attitude and ambition to progress Is based in Palmerston North or willing to relocate More than just a job We're not simply looking for someone to fill a van. We want to find someone who can help us grow the Palmerston North operation, build a local team and eventually take on greater responsibility within the business. For the right person, there is a genuine pathway: Senior Tradesperson → Team Leader → Branch Manager → Potential Business Partner You don't need to be ready to own a business tomorrow. We're looking for someone with the skills, attitude and ambition to grow into the opportunity. Already running your own small plumbing business? We'd also be interested in talking. We're open to discussing partnership, joining forces or acquiring an existing business where there's a good fit. If you're an experienced tradesperson wondering what the next step in your career looks like, we'd like to talk. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.