Plumber's Helper (Residential)

Every wall and slab on this shopping centre renovation in Isando needs labourers, and the crew needs one more. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Isando. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Compact soil and layer bedding sand with a plate compactor
• Sign the daily safety talk register before work starts
• Pass tools and materials to the plumber or electrician as needed
• Erect and strip shutters and simple scaffolding under supervision
• Carry bricks, blocks and cement bags to where the bricklayers work
• Clean tools, mixers and wheelbarrows at the end of each day

• Physically strong and fit for outdoor work in all weather
• Grade 8 or higher
• Prepared to travel between sites in the area
• You take safety rules seriously and wear full PPE
• Able to follow instructions from a foreman or artisan
• A clean record is preferred for some government sites

• Previous site work you can show with a reference
• Some experience with a jackhammer, grinder or plate compactor
• Living near the site (many projects hire local labour)

• Learn from artisans with a chance to move up to assistant
• Paid weekly or fortnightly
• Boots, hard hat and overalls issued on site
• Overtime on weekend pours and deadline days

• If a foreman can vouch for you, put their number on your CV. Site hiring runs on word of mouth.
• Government-funded projects often reserve jobs for people from the local ward. Bring proof of address and ask the site office about the local labour desk.