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Plumbing Foreman

Trademe

Company

Job typeFull-time
Workplace typeOnsite
Experience levelNo experience limit
Education levelNo degree limit

Description

Summary: This autonomous role involves leading plumbing crews on residential and commercial projects, managing jobs end-to-end, and mentoring apprentices. Highlights: 1. Lead plumbing crews and manage projects autonomously from start to finish. 2. Mentor apprentices and junior staff, fostering the next generation of plumbers. 3. Join a well-regarded company with a strong pipeline of varied work. What’s in it for you? - Company provided vehicle and fuel card - Company provided phone plan and health insurance - Overtime plus non-taxable tool allowance on all hours worked - Generous relocation package or sign on bonus for the right candidate - Long service recognition, staff discounts, and confidential wellbeing support when you need it About the role - Take ownership of plumbing crews across new residential builds and sizeable commercial projects - Run jobs end to end. Plans, materials, team workflow, and client conversations all sit with you - Work alongside builders, subcontractors, and suppliers, keeping everyone aligned and jobs moving - Bring through the next generation of plumbers by mentoring apprentices and junior staff on site - Uphold NZ plumbing standards and site safety as a non-negotiable across every job you touch Skills and experience - NZ Qualified and Certified Plumber holding a current licence - Proven background leading crews or stepping up as a leading hand. This is a genuinely autonomous role where your experience lets you run the job your way - Someone who leads from the front, picks up the tools, and sets the standard. This role suits a seasoned plumber who backs their own judgement - Solid grasp of NZ plumbing codes, regulations, and what best practice looks like on a live site - Full Class 1 licence, clean and current. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered About the company - A well established plumbing operation backed by a large, locally owned group with a wide ranging service offering - Covers everything from residential new builds to industrial wastewater and gas fitting - Well regarded for professionalism and quality, with a strong forward pipeline of varied work - Growing fast across the North Island and genuinely invests in its people long term - A business where loyalty is noticed and rewarded, not taken for granted How to apply To discuss the above role in more detail or to enquire about other interesting job opportunities, please e-mail a copy of your CV and covering letter to tam@franklinsmithgroup.co.nz

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