About the Artisan Plumber Role

This full-time position is based at Kansanshi Mining Plc within our Facilities & Services Department, specifically the Maintenance Section. Reporting to the Team Leader Plumbing, the Artisan Plumber will perform essential plumbing maintenance and installation tasks with a focus on safety, quality workmanship, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities for Artisan Plumber Jobs in Solwezi

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on water supply, drainage, and sewer systems.
• Complete work orders accurately and provide timely feedback to the Team Leader.
• Ensure proper use and upkeep of plumbing tools and materials.
• Provide material quantity estimates for maintenance and rehabilitation projects for verification.
• Support the Team Leader and collaborate with assistants to meet deadlines and maintain high standards.
• Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures and Job Risk Assessments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Assist in training and mentoring Plumbing Assistants to build team capability.
• Uphold a positive work culture and take initiative in task execution during Team Leader absences.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or team leaders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certified ZAQA Grade 12 Certificate.
• Craft Certificate in Plumbing or equivalent; alternatively, a minimum of five years hands-on plumbing experience is advantageous.
• Valid Zambian Trades Test certificate is a plus.
• Membership in the Plumbers Association of Zambia (PAZA) is desirable.
• Two to three years of practical experience in plumbing maintenance and installation, including water supply and sewerage systems.
• Experience leading small teams and coordinating task execution is beneficial.

Behavioural and Operational Requirements

• Strong accountability and ownership of assigned tasks.
• Promotes teamwork, respect, and a cohesive work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive approach with a high regard for safety and compliance.
• Physically fit to perform fieldwork in a mining environment.
• Willingness to respond to emergencies outside normal hours, including weekends.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, safe work permits, and conducting Job Risk Assessments.

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on water supply, drainage, and sewer systems.
• Complete work orders accurately and provide timely feedback to the Team Leader.
• Ensure proper use and upkeep of plumbing tools and materials.
• Provide material quantity estimates for maintenance and rehabilitation projects for verification.
• Support the Team Leader and collaborate with assistants to meet deadlines and maintain high standards.
• Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures and Job Risk Assessments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Assist in training and mentoring Plumbing Assistants to build team capability.
• Uphold a positive work culture and take initiative in task execution during Team Leader absences.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or team leaders.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive approach with a high regard for safety and compliance.
• Physically fit to perform fieldwork in a mining environment.
• Willingness to respond to emergencies outside normal hours, including weekends.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, safe work permits, and conducting Job Risk Assessments.

• Certified ZAQA Grade 12 Certificate.
• Craft Certificate in Plumbing or equivalent; alternatively, a minimum of five years hands-on plumbing experience is advantageous.
• Valid Zambian Trades Test certificate is a plus.
• Membership in the Plumbers Association of Zambia (PAZA) is desirable.
• Two to three years of practical experience in plumbing maintenance and installation, including water supply and sewerage systems.
• Experience leading small teams and coordinating task execution is beneficial.