Plumber
  • Full Time
  • Mzuzu, Malawi
  • Applications have closed

Mzuzu University

JOB VACANCY

PLUMBER

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) is a Public University established by the Laws of Malawi Cap 30:09 (Mzuzu University Act No. 12 of 1997). Currently, the University has six faculties of Education; Environmental Sciences; Health Sciences; Tourism, Hospitality and Management; Science, Technology and Innovation; and Humanities and Social Sciences. It is a dual mode University offering its courses through faceto-face and open, distance and e-learning (ODeL) teaching and learning modes. It also offers some of its programmes on block, week-end and vacation release.

The University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Plumber.

Reporting to the Estates Development Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for installation and maintenance of well-functioning systems that transport water, waste, gases or hot liquids.

Duties and Responsibilities 

  1. Reading blueprints and drawings to understand or plan the layout of plumbing, waste disposal and water supply systems;
  2. Installing and maintaining water supply systems;
  3. Cutting, assembling and installing pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure;
  4. Locating, repairing or replacing issues with water supply and sewer lines such as leakages and blockages;
  5. Installing and repairing waste disposal and sanitary systems;
  6. Repairing fixtures such sinks, cisterns, wcs e.t.c;
  7. Recording faults and identifying the required materials for maintenance;
  8. Recording water levels in MZUNI facilities;
  9. Taking inventories of the maintenance requirements; and
  10. Supervising outsourced service providers.

Qualifications

  1. Malawi TEVETA Certificate in Plumbing or Grade III Certificate in Plumbing from a reputable and/or accredited institution. Candidates with a Diploma in Plumbing from a reputable and/or accredited institution will have an added advantage; and
  2. Five (5) years’ experience as a Plumber in a large organization

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  1. Excellent understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in institutional buildings;
  2. Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment such as pipe wrenches, pipe cutters and plungers;
  3. Ability to work under pressure;
  4. Good communication and interpersonal skills; and
  5. Physically fit and able to work in all spaces and odd time.

Mode of Application

The application should include an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional qualifications as well as the names and contact details of three traceable referees. The job title should be indicated on the envelope and sent to:   

Job VAC: Plumber

University Registrar

Mzuzu University

Private Bag 201

Luwinga

MZUZU 2

To reach the University not later than Friday, 18th August 2023. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

MZUNI is an equal opportunity employer and therefore encourages applications from qualified men, women and persons living with disabilities.