Certifying Plumber / Gasfitter / Drainlayer – Palmerston North
Permanent Role | $38–$42/hr| Full-Time | Site Leadership Opportunity

Tech 5 Recruitment is a locally owned and operated agency that partners with some of New Zealand’s most respected construction and infrastructure employers. We specialise in matching skilled tradespeople with long-term, high-quality roles across the country.
We're currently recruiting for a leading multi-trade contractor with more than 40 years of history delivering commercial, residential, and specialist trade projects. Known for quality workmanship, innovative systems, and a team-first culture, they’re now seeking a Certifying Plumber/Gasfitter/Drainlayer to join their permanent team in Palmerston North.

About the Role: As a Certifying Plumber/Gasfitter/Drainlayer, you’ll work across commercial and residential sites, handling everything from new installations to servicing and maintenance. This is a hands-on leadership role where your certifications and problem-solving skills will be put to great use.

You'll work with modern systems and tech (e.g., SimPRO), alongside a supportive team, in a company that values professionalism, growth, and long-term commitment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Plumbing

• New installations, renovations, and maintenance
• Hot water systems, gas central heating, solid fuel fires
• Commercial fit-outs, boilers, and multi-room systems
• Inspecting, testing, certifying and troubleshooting plumbing systems

• Natural Gas and LPG systems
• Hot water and heating installations
• Commercial appliance installation and servicing
• Testing and certifying all work to compliance standards

• New builds, trenching, repairs and commercial drainage
• Reading plans, laying to spec, supervising site drainage work
• Certifying installations and advising on improvements
• Ensuring all work meets NZ building and drainage codes

• Represent the company with professionalism onsite
• Work collaboratively with project managers, contractors, clients, and apprentices
• Support estimating and quoting with accurate technical input
• Take ownership of quality, compliance, and site productivity

• NZ Certifying Licenses in Plumbing, Gasfitting, and Drainlaying (required)
• Minimum 3–4 years’ experience in the field
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Tech-savvy (SimPRO or similar)
• Site Safe, Confined Spaces, Working at Heights (or willing to obtain)
• Must be a New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident

• $38 to $42/hour, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time role with a long-standing company
• Work on a wide range of commercial and residential projects
• Be part of a professional team that invests in your growth
• Modern systems, great gear, and strong leadership culture

• Working in trenches, confined spaces, or at heights
• Manual handling of heavy materials and equipment
• Working outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Use of power tools, gas appliances, and hazardous materials
• Proximity to traffic and machinery on active sites