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Plumbing Countersales Assistant (Hardware)

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Plumbing Countersales Assistant (Hardware)
Company
ExecutivePlacements.com
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via BeBee
Job description
Recruiter:
Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:
PE006597/AS

Date posted:
Friday, May 15, 2026

Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:
Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client base in Gqeberha, in the hardware industry, is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Plumbing Countersales Assistant to join their team.
POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:
• Assisting customers with plumbing and hardware products
• Providing product advice and recommendations
• Processing sales and quotations
• Maintaining stock levels and shelf displays
• Ensuring excellent customer service at all times

Minimum requirements:
• Grade 12 / Matric
• Previous experience in hardware and plumbing
• Basic knowledge of plumbing materials and fittings
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work accurately with stock and pricing
• Computer literacy
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work retail hours

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in South Africa

Q
What is the national minimum wage for entry-level plumbers in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage applicable to entry-level plumbers is R32.18 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This amounts to R6,300 per month based on 45 ordinary hours per week over 4.33 weeks. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the normal rate up to 15 hours per week.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
What salary can a qualified plumber artisan expect in the construction sector in South Africa in 2026?
According to the Department of Employment and Labour's sectoral determination for the construction industry, qualified plumber artisans earn a minimum of R35,200 per month as of 1 March 2026. This rate applies in bargaining council areas like Gauteng and includes provisions for tool allowances of R1,200 quarterly.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
What work visa do foreign plumbers need to work in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign plumbers require a General Work Visa sponsored by a South African employer, as plumbers are not on the Critical Skills List. The application fee is R1,520, with processing taking 8-10 weeks at a Department of Home Affairs Visa Facilitation Services Centre. A job offer and proof of qualifications are mandatory.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
Q
What qualifications and experience are required for plumber jobs in South Africa?
Plumber jobs require a National Certificate (Vocational) NQF Level 4 in Plumbing or an artisan trade test certificate from an accredited centre. No prior experience is needed post-trade test for entry-level artisan roles, but 3 years of apprenticeship is standard for qualification.
Source: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations