PLUMBER MAURITIUS

Position Title: Plumber

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Chief Engineer / Assistant Chief Engineer

Principal Responsibilities & Position Purpose

Maintain, repair, install, and test equipment and systems throughout the facility to ensure safe and proper operation. Inspect equipment and systems to identify hazards and defects, taking immediate corrective/preventive action to ensure the highest level of safety.

Essential Functions

30% – Attends to Guests’ Needs and Requests

• Respond to requests throughout the facility to make necessary repairs and interventions, including the use of work tracking software and devices.

• Accommodate requests in a timely and courteous manner.

• Ensure requests are followed through and feedback on completed work is recorded.

• Assist with banquet event setups where required.

30% – Carries Out Preventive Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance and tests on systems, subsystems, and equipment, including disassembly, replacement, cleaning, and repair.

• Inspect equipment and installations for diagnosis and troubleshooting.

• Keep logs/check sheets of maintenance work for audit purposes.

30% – Repairs and Troubleshoots

• Identify malfunctioning equipment and hazards using various testing devices.

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment in accordance with diagrams, schematics, operations manuals, and manufacturer instructions.

• Use hand and power tools as required.

10% – Repairs and Replaces Items, Fixtures, & Equipment

• Maintain fixtures throughout the facility, replacing or repairing them regularly to sustain high operational standards.

Specialised Functions

• Interpret blueprints and building specifications to map layouts for pipes, drainage systems, and plumbing materials.

• Maintain all water fixtures, plumbing equipment, and water features throughout the facility.

• Install, service, and troubleshoot plumbing systems and equipment.

• Install pipes and fixtures for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids.

• Install supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures.

• Assemble fittings and valves for installation.

• Modify lengths of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed.

• Use saws, pipe cutters, and related tools as necessary.

• Install heating and air-conditioning systems, including water heaters.

• Collaborate with contractors, construction workers, electricians, and other trades in plumbing installation and repairs.

• Test plumbing systems for leaks and other problems.

• Analyse issues and identify appropriate tools and materials for repair.

• Follow health and safety standards and comply with building codes.

• Document problems and summarise actions taken.

• Inspect plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts.

• Perform emergency repairs when needed.

Supportive Functions

• Perform related duties as required.

• Assist other departments when needed.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: Rare

• Walking: Frequent

• Standing: Constant

• Climbing Stairs: Occasional

• Crouching/Bending/Stooping: Occasional

• Reaching: Occasional

• Grasping: Occasional

• Pulling/Pushing: Frequent

• Near Vision: Constant

• Far Vision: Constant

• Hearing: Constant

• Talking: Constant

• Smell: Rare

• Lifting/Carrying (up to 25 lbs): Occasional

• Travel: Never

Other Duties

• Work in other maintenance areas during staff shortages or as required.

• Flexibility to perform duties outside the primary area of expertise.

• Comply with safety requirements, including PPE use, ladder safety, and working in confined or elevated spaces.

• Follow all safety procedures and respond appropriately in emergencies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as skilled labour, preferably in building or hospitality sectors.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Ability to work in confined spaces or at heights.

• Flexibility to work varying shifts.

Education

• School Certificate or equivalent preferred.

• Certificate or Diploma from a recognised technical institution.

Licences or Certificates

• None required.

Grooming/Uniforms

• Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in line with departmental standards.

Other Requirements

• Comply with all organisational rules, regulations, and operational standards.

• Flexibility to work shifts as assigned by management.