AFEX Group Plumber Job in Kenya

Job Title: Plumber
 

Line Manager: Construction Supervisor

Job Summary: Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fitting using coupings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking or soldering, brazing and welding equipment. 

Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing or remending broken pipes and opening clogged drains

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all plumbing duties within AFEX establishments
• Responsible for all water works within the camps.
• Responsible for all maintenance of water storage tanks in the camps.
• Prepare construction sites by levelling, cleaning the ground and laying out work accurately using chalk lines, plumb bobs, tapes, framing squares and string or line levels.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work
• details and procedures.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment
• needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation
• around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
• Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
• Installation of new water pipes, repair of faulty water pipes, replacement of old water pipes and sanitary fittings, and unblocking sewage and water drainage pipes.
• Ensure that water storage tanks are properly maintained.
• Ensure that water hydrants are in perfect working condition at all times.
• Locate and mark positions of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, water based appliances such as washing machines and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
• Install underground storm, sanitary and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems.
• Knowledge of water treatment plant operations

General Responsibilities:

• To carryout routine preventative maintenance in line with job schedule and/or SOPs.
• Ensure cost efficient use of department materials and equipment.
• Work together with department staff and employees to provide an efficient maintenance service.
• Communicate and coordinate with superiors to ensure safe and smooth running of camps with minimum disruption to client.
• Keeping tools of trade secure and in good condition, reporting damages and losses immediately to supervisor.
• Keeping adequate stock of essential maintenance spares and advising supervisor in good time when materials require reordering.

Working Safe:

• Ensure that any work is done in line with AFEX’s Health and Safety guidelines.
• Must always, as far as is practicable, work with a 'buddy' in case of an incident.
• Must be aware of the dangers and risks specific to trade.
• Must be aware of what PPE is appropriate for the tasks being undertaken.
• Must be aware of the correct methods of manual handling, and risks of lifting heavy loads.
• Must be aware of the risks of working at heights including work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs.
• Must be aware of the risks of working in enclosed/confined spaces, including trenches and tanks.
• Must be aware of when Lock out Tag out (LOTO) procedure must be followed.
• Safely cordon off area of work from public before commencement of works.
• Safely clear worksite of items and obstructions on completion of task.
• To understand the AFEX requirement for QHSE in the workplace including employee and team responsibilities, to ensure continuous adherence to QHSE policies, procedures and work instructions and to proactively promote a quality, health and safety approach in all areas of your work.

General Requirements:

• 3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be available 24hrs for emergency call out.

Minimum Qualifications/Trade Specific Requirements:

• Government Trade Test Three (3) in plumbing.
• Proven experience in building maintenance.
• Experienced with all plumber's hand tools such as:. Pipe range,adjustable spanners,screw drivers,hacksaw,pliers and hacksaw.
• Experienced with all plumber's power tools such as:Rechargeable drill,power drill and PPR machine.

To apply, send you CV only to careers@afexgroup.com before Monday 17th November 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.