Plumber Team Leader
Team Leader
Plumbing & Gas | Maintenance & Leadership Role
We’re looking for an experienced, licensed Plumber / Gasfitter who’s ready to step into a Team Leader role and help drive quality work, strong client outcomes, and a great team culture.This role suits someone who enjoys being hands-on while also leading from the front. You might already be running your own one-man band and looking for more stability, support, and progression, or you could be an experienced tradesperson ready for the next step.
You’ll play a key role in quoting and delivering maintenance work, solving problems on the ground, and supporting a small team to do their best work every day.
What you’ll be working on
You’ll lead and support a small maintenance team while staying actively involved on the tools. Expect a varied, fast-paced role that includes: Quoting and managing plumbing and gas maintenance work
# Troubleshooting and solving on-site problems efficiently# Running jobs from start to finish with a strong focus on quality
#Assigning work, supporting apprentices or tradespeople, and keeping jobs moving
# Communicating clearly with clients and internal teams
# Ensuring all work meets NZ Building Code, compliance, and Health & Safety standards
# Leading by example when it comes to safety, professionalism, and workmanship
What success looks like
#Jobs are completed to a high standard, on time, and safely# Clients feel looked after and confident in the work delivered
# Your team knows what they’re doing, where they’re going, and feels supported
# Problems are solved proactively rather than escalated late
# You balance hands-on trade work with leadership and planning
What you’ll need# Current NZ Plumbing and Gasfitting practising licence
# Proven experience in maintenance plumbing and gas work
# Confidence quoting work and dealing directly with clients
# Ability to lead, support, and coordinate a small team
# Strong problem-solving skills and calm decision-making
# Full NZ driver’s licence
# Good communication skills and basic computer literacy
# NZ residency
What we offer# 40–45 hours per week
# Company vehicle
# Great salary package depending on experience
# Job security in a busy, growing business
# Supportive team environment with room to grow
# A company that genuinely prioritises safety, wellbeing, and client experience
Why Whitehead Plumbing & Gas
At Whitehead Plumbing & Gas, safety and wellbeing come first. Everyone gets home from work safe and well, every day. We also put strong focus on our clients and their experience in everything we do.If you’re someone who takes pride in your work, enjoys leading others, and wants to be part of a professional, values-driven business, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply nowSubmit your CV and a brief cover letter via Trade Me