Plumber

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

DateOctober 12, 2026

Shagasha Tea Company Ltd is one of Rwanda’s leading tea producers, located in the lush and fertile highlands of Rusizi District, Western Province . The company is dedicated to the cultivation, processing, and marketing of high-quality tea for both local and international markets, is seeking to recruit dynamic, self-motivated, and qualified individuals to fill the following vacant position:
Job Title : Plumber

Department : Engineering / Maintenance

Reports to : Head of Maintenance/Head of engineering

Location : Tea Factory

Job Purpose

The Plumber is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and inspecting plumbing systems throughout the tea factory to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of production processes. The role includes maintaining water supply systems, steam and condensate piping, drainage systems, sanitation facilities, and supporting preventive maintenance activities while complying with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plumbing Installation and Maintenance

• Install, repair, and maintain water supply, drainage, and wastewater systems within the factory.

• Install and maintain industrial piping systems for water, steam, compressed air, and condensate where applicable.

• Replace damaged pipes, fittings, valves, taps, pumps, and plumbing fixtures.

• Maintain sanitary facilities, including toilets, washrooms, sinks, and changing rooms.

• Ensure proper functioning of drainage systems to prevent blockages and flooding.

STEAM and Preventive Maintenance

• Maintain and repair steam pipelines, valves, joints, steam traps, and condensate-return systems.

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to prevent steam leaks, equipment failures, and production downtime.

• Ensure safe steam-system maintenance through proper isolation, depressurization, and compliance with safety procedures.

• Monitor and report abnormal pressure, water hammer, corrosion, and other steam-system defects.

• Minimize steam and energy losses by maintaining insulation and ensuring efficient condensate recovery.

• Respond to steam-system breakdowns and emergencies within the scope of authorization.

• Coordinate steam maintenance activities with boiler operators, production, and engineering teams.

• Perform scheduled inspections of plumbing installations according to the maintenance plan.

Corrective Maintenance

• Respond promptly to plumbing breakdowns that affect production or factory operations.

• Diagnose plumbing faults and implement effective repairs.

• Minimize equipment downtime through timely troubleshooting and repair.

• Coordinate with electricians, mechanics, and production teams during maintenance activities.

Water Supply and Utility Management

• Monitor factory water distribution systems to ensure uninterrupted supply.

• Inspect water tanks, pumps, pressure systems, and pipelines for leaks or inefficiencies.

• Assist in monitoring water consumption and recommend water-saving measures.

• Ensure wastewater and drainage systems comply with environmental standards.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

• Follow all occupational health and safety procedures during maintenance activities.

• Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ensure plumbing work complies with applicable building codes and factory standards.