Senior Plumber | Christchurch
Join a skilled team, take on technical leadership, and support the next generation of tradespeople.
Foleys is one of New Zealand’s leading plumbing, drainage, electrical, and mechanical services companies, proudly serving communities for over 85 years. With branches across the South Island and lower North Island, our Christchurch team is continuing to grow — and we’re now looking for an experienced Senior Plumber to step into a key role within our Service division.
About the Role
As a Senior Plumber, you’ll provide high-quality plumbing work while offering technical support, mentoring and coaching to apprentices and junior tradespeople. You’ll work closely with the Christchurch Service & Drainage Manager, helping to uphold strong quality standards, support scheduling when required, and contribute to the overall success of the branch.
This is a great role for someone who loves the trade, has strong problem-solving skills, and enjoys sharing their expertise with others.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership, Support & QualityProvide technical advice and troubleshooting support to apprentices and trades staff
Assist with staff scheduling and work planning when required
Support and coach apprentices and junior team members, helping build their skills and confidence
Communicate key staffing or operational information to the Branch Manager
Maintain high-quality standards across all work completed
Plumbing Responsibilities
Complete installation, maintenance, and repair work to a high standard
Ensure all work complies with relevant regulations, codes of practice, and manufacturer instructions
Actively participate in ongoing training to maintain and develop skills
Take part in the on-call roster when required
Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement
Professionally liaise with customers, suppliers, and contractors
Communicate customer needs or issues internally to support great service
Maintain strong working relationships across the team and with clients
Living the Foleys Values
Demonstrate our TREE values daily — Trust, Respect, Effort, Expertise
Support a positive, inclusive workplace culture
What We’re Looking For
Trade-qualified and ideally Certifying Plumber, with current NZ registration5+ years of relevant experience in plumbing
Proven supervisory or mentoring skills
Strong problem-solving ability and technical knowledge
Fit, reliable, and able to carry out physical tasks
Confident communicator, both with customers and team members
Comfortable using digital job systems or willing to learn
Full, clean NZ driver’s licence
The right to live and work permanently in New Zealand
What We Offer
Competitive pay based on experienceA stable, long-standing company with plenty of work
Genuine development opportunities and support for further upskilling
A supportive team culture guided by our core values
A chance to make a real impact developing apprentices and contributing to branch success