JOB DESCRIPTION – PLUMBING ARTISAN.
Reports to: Senior plumber.
Division: Land Operations.
Department: Engineering.
Grade: GW
Direct Reports:
- None
JOB OVERVIEW:
To perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plumbing systems, water infrastructure, pump systems, sanitation facilities, utility services, and support plant operations to ensure safe and efficient facility performance.
KEY DUTIES:
- Install, maintain, and repair water supply systems, drainage systems, pipelines, valves, taps, sanitary fittings, and associated plumbing infrastructure.
- Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance activities on plumbing systems and utilities.
- Support operation and maintenance of water treatment and wastewater systems.
- Assist in pump house maintenance including pumps, motors, valves, and pipelines.
- Inspect systems for leaks, blockages, pressure issues, and equipment failures.
- Support cold room and utility maintenance activities where required.
- Conduct routine inspections and report abnormalities.
- Read and interpret plumbing drawings and technical manuals.
- Perform installation and repair of UPVC, PVC, HDPE, galvanized, stainless steel, and other piping systems.
- Support fabrication and modification work related to plumbing systems.
- Maintain hygiene standards in food processing and production areas.
- Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and maintenance teams.
- Maintain tools, spare parts, and work areas in good condition.
- Observe occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency maintenance activities
- Documentation and management of site wastewater systems
- Support Hatchery aeration systems
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2–5 years practical experience in plumbing or industrial maintenance.
- Experience in industrial facilities, farms, food processing, or manufacturing environments is an added advantage
- Basic understanding of Environment, Health and Safety systems /procedures.
REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS.
- Basic knowledge in CAD drawings and CMMS systems.
- Must not be Aquaphobic and able to or learn swimming.
- Certificate in Plumbing, Water Engineering, or related fields
- Trade test certification in plumbing is an added advantage
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug, clearly specifying the job position in the subject line. The closing date for receiving applications is 26th May 2026.
“Recruitment will be on rolling basis”
Yalelo Uganda, is an equal opportunity employer and committed to promoting gender diversity in our workforce. Qualified Females are strongly encouraged to apply. Yalelo Uganda doesn’t solicit any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.
