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Igongo Cultural Centre

Plumber

Igongo Cultural Centre

Uganda Full time Farming
Posted: Aug 10, 2026 1 month ago Deadline: Aug 15, 2026 (Expired) 23 views

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Plumber – Igongo Cultural Centre

Job Title: Plumber
Company: Igongo Cultural Centre
Industry: Hospitality / Engineering & Maintenance
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Biharwe, Mbarara, Uganda
Application Period: 1 August – 15 August 2026
Application Deadline: 15 August 2026
Job Summary
Igongo Country Hotel & Cultural Centre in Biharwe, Mbarara is seeking a qualified and experienced Plumber to support its hotel and cultural centre operations.
The Plumber will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plumbing systems, including water supply systems, drainage and sewage systems, water heaters, pumps, pipes, and valves.
The successful candidate should have practical hands-on experience and be comfortable working in a busy commercial environment such as a hotel, hospital, industrial facility, or other large establishment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Plumbing Installation and Maintenance
The Plumber will be responsible for:
  • Installing and maintaining water supply systems.
  • Installing and repairing drainage and sewage systems.
  • Maintaining water heaters and associated plumbing systems.
  • Installing, maintaining, and repairing water pumps.
  • Inspecting pipes, valves, fittings, and plumbing fixtures.
  • Carrying out routine preventive plumbing maintenance.
  • Replacing damaged or worn-out plumbing components.
2. Plumbing Repairs and Troubleshooting
Key duties include:
  • Identifying and repairing water leaks.
  • Unblocking drainage systems.
  • Repairing broken or damaged pipes.
  • Replacing faulty valves and fittings.
  • Troubleshooting water supply problems.
  • Diagnosing plumbing faults efficiently.
  • Responding promptly to plumbing emergencies.
  • Ensuring plumbing systems remain functional and reliable.
3. Reading Technical Drawings
The successful candidate should be able to:
  • Read and understand plumbing blueprints.
  • Interpret technical drawings.
  • Understand plumbing schematics.
  • Follow installation plans and specifications.
  • Identify plumbing routes and system components from technical documentation.
4. Safety and Compliance
The Plumber will be expected to:
  • Follow occupational health and safety procedures.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Follow safe working practices when handling tools and equipment.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Report hazardous plumbing conditions promptly.
  • Follow established maintenance and safety procedures.
5. Preventive Maintenance
The role will also involve:
  • Conducting routine inspections of plumbing systems.
  • Identifying potential faults before they become major problems.
  • Maintaining water pumps and related equipment.
  • Checking drainage and sewage systems.
  • Monitoring water pressure and supply systems.
  • Keeping maintenance records where required.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education
Applicants should have:
  • A National Certificate in Plumbing (NCPL) – Level 1 & 2 or an equivalent plumbing qualification.
Work Experience
Candidates should have:
  • At least 2 years of practical, hands-on plumbing experience.
  • Experience in commercial or industrial maintenance.
  • Previous experience working in a busy environment such as a hotel, hospital, commercial facility, or industrial establishment is highly relevant.
Required Technical Skills
The ideal candidate should have practical knowledge of:
  • Water supply systems.
  • Drainage systems.
  • Sewage systems.
  • Water heaters.
  • Water pumps.
  • Pipes and pipe fittings.
  • Valves.
  • Plumbing fixtures.
  • Leak detection and repair.
  • Drainage blockage removal.
  • Preventive maintenance.
  • Plumbing troubleshooting.
Key Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Practical problem-solving ability.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Safety awareness.
  • Reliability and responsibility.
  • Ability to respond quickly to maintenance emergencies.
What a Plumber May Do During a Typical Working Day
A typical day may involve:
  1. Inspecting water supply and drainage systems.
  2. Checking for leaks and damaged pipes.
  3. Repairing faulty valves and fittings.
  4. Maintaining water pumps.
  5. Unblocking drainage systems.
  6. Inspecting water heaters.
  7. Carrying out preventive maintenance.
  8. Responding to plumbing faults reported by hotel departments.
  9. Reading plumbing plans when carrying out installations or repairs.
  10. Recording completed maintenance work.
  11. Following occupational health and safety procedures.
Why This Role Is Important
Reliable plumbing is essential to the smooth operation of a hotel and cultural centre. The Plumber helps ensure that guests, staff, kitchens, accommodation facilities, bathrooms, and other operational areas have reliable water and drainage services.
This position is therefore important for guest comfort, hygiene, safety, facility maintenance, and uninterrupted hotel operations.
Interview Tips
Candidates preparing for the Plumber interview should be ready to demonstrate practical knowledge rather than relying only on theoretical answers.
1. Review Basic Plumbing Systems
Be prepared to explain how you would install, maintain, or troubleshoot:
  • Water supply systems.
  • Drainage systems.
  • Sewage systems.
  • Water heaters.
  • Pumps.
  • Valves and pipe fittings.
2. Prepare Practical Examples
You may be asked:
  • How would you locate a water leak?
  • How would you deal with a blocked drainage system?
  • How would you troubleshoot low water pressure?
  • How do you maintain a water pump?
  • What safety precautions do you take when carrying out plumbing work?
3. Demonstrate Safety Awareness
Explain the importance of following occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and using appropriate protective equipment.
4. Highlight Commercial Experience
If you have worked in a hotel, hospital, factory, office building, school, or other large facility, clearly explain the types of plumbing systems you maintained.
CV Tips
Your CV should clearly highlight your plumbing qualifications, practical experience, technical skills, and maintenance experience.
Include:
  • Plumbing qualification.
  • Years of plumbing experience.
  • Commercial or industrial maintenance experience.
  • Hotel or hospital experience, if applicable.
  • Water supply installation and maintenance.
  • Drainage and sewage systems.
  • Pump maintenance.
  • Water heater maintenance.
  • Leak detection and repair.
  • Preventive maintenance.
  • Technical drawing interpretation.
  • OHS knowledge.
Use achievement-focused descriptions where possible. For example:
Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on water supply, drainage, pumps, and plumbing fixtures within a busy commercial facility.
Cover Letter Tips
Your cover letter should briefly explain your interest in the Plumber position at Igongo Cultural Centre and demonstrate how your qualifications and practical experience meet the requirements.
Mention:
  • Your NCPL Level 1 & 2 qualification.
  • Your years of hands-on plumbing experience.
  • Commercial or industrial maintenance experience.
  • Experience with water supply and drainage systems.
  • Troubleshooting and repair skills.
  • Your commitment to workplace safety.
  • Your availability to work in a busy hospitality environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application and CV by email to:
Application Period: 1 August – 15 August 2026
Deadline: 15 August 2026
Applicants should ensure their CV clearly demonstrates the required plumbing qualification and practical maintenance experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Plumber position located?
The position is based at Igongo Country Hotel & Cultural Centre in Biharwe, Mbarara, Uganda.
What qualification is required?
The minimum requirement is a National Certificate in Plumbing (NCPL) – Level 1 & 2.
How much experience is required?
Applicants should have at least 2 years of practical, hands-on experience in commercial or industrial plumbing maintenance.
Is hotel experience required?
The advert specifically identifies experience in busy environments such as hotels and hospitals as relevant experience.
When is the application deadline?
Applications are open from 1 August to 15 August 2026, with 15 August 2026 being the closing date.


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Igongo Cultural Centre

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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Farming
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: via Email
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