Certifying Drainlayer/Plumber - Wellington

Certifying Plumber / Gasfitter / Drainlayer – Wellington

Ready to step into a role where your certifications are respected, your leadership matters, and your work speaks for itself?

Tech 5 Recruitment is proud to partner with one of Wellington’s most established multi-trade contractors — delivering commercial, residential, and specialist projects for over 40 years. With a strong reputation for quality workmanship and a team-first culture, they are now looking for a Certifying Plumber/Gasfitter/Drainlayer to join their team.

This is more than just a tools-on role — it’s a site leadership opportunity where your expertise drives quality, compliance, and performance.

The Role You’ll be working across commercial and residential projects, managing installations, maintenance, compliance, and mentoring on-site.

Plumbing

• New builds, renovations & maintenance
• Hot water systems & gas central heating
• Commercial fit-outs, boilers & multi-room systems
• Inspecting, testing & certifying work

Gasfitting

• Natural Gas & LPG systems
• Heating & hot water installations
• Commercial appliance installs
• Testing & compliance certification

Drainlaying

• Residential & commercial drainage
• Trenching, repairs & new builds
• Reading plans & laying to spec
• Supervising site drainage works
• Certifying and ensuring NZ code compliance

Excavator/digger operator experience is a plus – ideal for candidates comfortable operating machinery on site.

Leadership & Site Responsibility

• Represent the company professionally onsite
• Work alongside project managers & contractors
• Mentor apprentices and junior trades
• Provide technical input for quoting & estimating
• Take ownership of quality, productivity & compliance

You’ll be using modern systems like SimPRO, supported by structured project processes and strong management.

What We’re Looking For

• NZ Certifying Licenses in Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying (essential)
• 3–4+ years’ industry experience
• Strong leadership & communication skills
• Tech-confident (SimPRO or similar systems)
• Site Safe, Confined Spaces, Working at Heights (or willing to obtain)
• NZ Citizen / Permanent Resident / Resident

What’s In It For You?

• $38–$42 per hour (based on experience)
• Permanent, full-time security
• Established, respected company
• Diverse commercial & residential projects
• Supportive leadership team
• Modern systems & quality equipment
• Long-term career progression

Health & Safety Work may involve:

• Trenches, confined spaces & heights
• Manual handling
• Outdoor work in varying weather
• Use of gas systems & power tools
• Active construction environments

Strict PPE policies, daily Site App Pro use, and toolbox meetings ensure a strong safety culture.

Apply Now Send your CV to Abigail – Tech 5 Recruitment

abigail@tech5.co.nz
Call or Text: 027 8427 377

If you're a qualified Certifier ready to step into a respected, permanent role with real leadership responsibility — we want to hear from you.

Applicants must hold NZ Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or Residency.