Plumber

Vacancy Title: Plumber

Company Name: Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd (GAH Ltd)

Reporting to:  Electromechanical Chief Engineer

Deadline of this Job: 27^th June.2025

Duty Station: Nyagatare/ Karushuga

Job Profile

This position reports to the Electromechanical Chief Engineer and is accountable for the overall plumbing maintenance, installation and repair of bulk water supply systems, irrigation system and other piped water supply to different infrastructures under GAH Ltd management and ensure compliance with all QSHE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The function of the job includes but not limited to the following:

• Installation: Installation Maintenance and Repairs: Regular maintenance to ensure optimal functioning of irrigation equipment for the Demo farm and pipe network up to the water supply terminals and prompt repairs to minimize downtime.
• System Maintenance: Implementation of innovative maintenance (in the Demo Farm) to enhance water distribution
• Consultation and Advice: Expert consultation on early leak detection strategies to minimize water losses.
• Install and repair piping systems for water.
• Fix leaks and clogs in pipes.
• Conduct inspections to assess plumbing systems and identify issues
• Provide estimates for plumbing services and materials needed
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
• Adhere to safety standards at all times
• Register works order requisitions
• Achieve service levels targets and all standard performance targets.
• Close out all works orders and projects
• Plan for routine maintenance and projects
• Maintain all pumping stations plumbing works
• Maintain bulk irrigation main supply pipe network up to the investor’s hydrant and other water users for irrigation as per oriented.
• Inspect GAH Demo farm for services and repairs
• Lead the Plumbing team on all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) requirements
• Lead the Plumbing team on all Continuous Improvement (CI) requirements
• Keep a daily log of tasks
• Supervise, lead and direct subordinates.
• Identifying plumbing issues, conducting inspections, providing estimates, and carrying out necessary repairs or installations to ensure proper functionality.
• Regular checks and greasing of gate valves, scour valves and pressure regulating valves
• Ensuring bulk irrigation system for the Demo farm and also for the pipe network up to the investors’ hydrant and other water users operate at peak performance year-round.
• Perform any other task that could be tasked by the supervisor

Qualification

• Trade certificate, A2 in Plumbing or related fields with 7 years of professional experience as a plumber, preferably in a pressurized water supply system or irrigation network or industrial performances. Or advanced Diploma, A1 in Plumbing or related fields from any accrediated school with proven 5 years of professiional experience as a plumber, preferably in a pressurized water supply system or irrigation network or industrial performances
• Having hands on skills in piped or channeled water supply system.
• Having knowledge and experience in at least one of the following irrigation systems : Drip irrigation, center pivot irrigation, sprinkler irrigation and hand move irrigation.
• Having a valid driving license category A is added advantage

Application Procedure:

• Application Letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer
• A copy of National Identity Card
• A copy of Required Degree
• The Curriculum Vitae with 3 reference persons with their contacts
• The required working experience must be proven.

The interested applicants shall submit their application files in PDF as single document via recruitment@gah.rw by not later than 27^th June.2025 at 5pm

Done on 17^th June 2025

Aloysius NGARAMBE

Chief Executive Officer of Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd