Careers

The roles below describe common types of plumbing work. Contact us to ask about current opportunities.

Maintenance Plumber

A maintenance plumber helps identify and repair everyday plumbing faults in homes, rental properties and commercial buildings. The work can include leaking pipework, taps, toilets, water supply problems and fixture replacements. This role suits someone who enjoys practical problem-solving, explains work clearly and takes care when working in occupied properties.

Qualifications

• Relevant plumbing trade qualification and current authorisation required for the work undertaken.
• Experience diagnosing common plumbing faults and carrying out appropriate repairs.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and explain findings.
• Commitment to safe working practices and careful workmanship.
• Suitable driving licence for the duties and vehicles involved.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on varied plumbing jobs across South Taranaki.
• Practical work that values clear communication.
• Scope to develop fault-finding and customer-service skills.
• Employment conditions and any additional benefits discussed during recruitment.

Apprentice Plumber

An apprentice plumber learns the trade through practical work, structured training and supervision. The role can involve assisting with plumbing repairs, learning to identify materials and fittings, keeping work areas organised and developing safe working habits. It suits someone who is reliable, interested in how things work and willing to learn from experienced tradespeople.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in plumbing and practical trade work.
• Willingness to undertake an appropriate apprenticeship and training programme.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Reliable communication, punctuality and a positive attitude to learning.
• Suitable driving arrangements or licence where required for the role.

Benefits

• Hands-on learning through varied plumbing tasks.
• Opportunities to develop trade knowledge under appropriate supervision.
• Experience working with different types of Taranaki properties.
• Training and employment arrangements discussed before any offer is made.

Drainage and Plumbing Technician

This role focuses on investigating drainage problems, supporting suitable clearing and repair work, and helping customers understand recurring wastewater faults. Work may involve residential drains, access points, pipe repairs and coordination with other trades. The position suits someone who enjoys methodical troubleshooting and understands the importance of hygiene, safety and appropriate authorisation.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in drainage or plumbing work.
• Appropriate registration, licensing or supervision for any restricted work undertaken.
• Understanding of safe wastewater handling and site safety.
• Ability to assess faults logically and communicate findings.
• Suitable driving licence and willingness to travel within the service area.

Benefits

• Varied diagnostic and repair work across local properties.
• Opportunity to build practical drainage investigation skills.
• Careful planning of repairs and difficult faults.
• Role-specific remuneration and other conditions discussed during recruitment.

Plumbing Service Coordinator

A plumbing service coordinator helps organise customer enquiries, job information and scheduling. The role involves gathering clear descriptions of plumbing problems, recording property and access details, supporting communication about customer enquiries and booked work, and helping keep planned work organised. It suits a person who is patient, detail-focused and comfortable handling changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Comfort using email, scheduling tools and everyday office software.
• Ability to record job information accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Helpful and professional approach to customer enquiries.
• Willingness to learn basic plumbing terminology and service processes.

Benefits

• Opportunity to support a locally focused trade business.
• Varied customer communication and coordination work.
• A collaborative environment built around practical problem-solving.
• Working arrangements and benefits discussed according to the role.