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Plumber

Trade · Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand · Full-Time · $40 - $50/hr

Qualified Plumbers are needed for New Zealand's growing residential and commercial heating sector.

The facts: you will join a specialist team delivering high-standard plumbing and heating solutions across premium building projects. The role is for experienced trade professionals who take precision, reliability and quality workmanship seriously.

Candidates go through a verified approach that connects genuine tradespeople with employers who want proven skills, practical experience and a strong work ethic. Keep your guard up: a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a job offer.

Key Responsibilities

  • Pressure-test systems, then commission them and check how they perform
  • Install new plumbing and maintain existing plumbing on homes and commercial buildings
  • Set up hot and cold water systems
  • Fit fixtures and carry out sanitary plumbing
  • Put in and look after pipes, pumps, valves and the controls for plumbing systems
  • Handle hydronic heating, from underfloor heating pipe runs to the heating components
  • Fit, swap out and commission hot water cylinders as well as heat pump water heaters
  • Help with technical heating jobs and plumbing tied to HVAC installations
  • Check plans, drawings and specs before starting so the job is done right
  • Measure, cut and join pipe using proper trade methods
  • Find faults, fix them and sort out plumbing problems properly
  • Run a professional, safe job site that meets health and safety standards
  • Cooperate with builders, technicians and other tradespeople on site
  • Look after company tools, equipment and resources so nothing is wasted or damaged

Requirements & Eligibility

  • AEWV sponsorship may be considered for suitable overseas candidates, depending on eligibility requirements
  • Recognised plumbing qualification plus relevant industry experience
  • New Zealand plumbing registration, or be eligible to achieve registration
  • Minimum three years' experience in plumbing installation, repairs and maintenance, including proven work on residential and commercial projects
  • Advantageous: exposure to hydronic heating, underfloor heating or HVAC plumbing systems
  • Can interpret technical drawings, plans and project requirements
  • Strong technical problem-solving and attention to detail, committed to high-quality workmanship and reliable service
  • Effective communicator who works well in a professional team
  • Valid driver licence, or willing to obtain one
  • Able to provide verified employment history, qualifications and trade experience records

Apply: [email protected] · WhatsApp

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