Step Up & Start Your Career in the Plumbing Trades
Tauranga
What You’ll Be Doing
As an apprentice, you’ll be working on real projects while building skills that will set you up for life. You’ll be on the tools from the start, learning by doing across a range of work:- Residential new builds and renovations
- Maintenance and repair work
- Light commercial projects
- Installing and maintaining plumbing systems, fixtures, and drainage
Over 4–5 years, you’ll develop into a qualified tradesperson with skills that are always in demand.
Choose From 6 Training Programmes- Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying (5 years)
- Plumbing & Gasfitting (4 years)
- Plumbing & Drainlaying (3.5 years)
- Plumbing only (3 years)
- Gasfitting only (3 years)
- Drainlaying only (2 years)
Who This Is Perfect For
We’re looking for people who:- Want a practical, hands-on career
- Are switched on, reliable, and willing to learn
- Enjoy problem-solving and working with tools
- Are thinking long-term and want real career progression
- Done some labouring or hands-on work
- Tried uni or another path and want something more practical
- Always preferred learning by doing
- Restricted driver’s licence (minimum)
- Physically fit and ready to work
- Able to pass a drug test and medical
- NZ citizen or permanent resident
- Determination and a positive, proactive attitude (we can teach the rest)
The Bigger Picture
Trades like plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying offer:- Strong earning potential
- Opportunities to travel or work for yourself
- Skills that will always be needed
If you’re looking for something real, practical, and future-focused, this is it.
Why Choose Masterlink
We’re not just placing you into a job — we employ you directly and support you the whole way.
That means:- Stable pay and job security
- We handle your training, paperwork, and admin
- You’re placed with a quality host company
- Regular check-ins and real support if things get tough
- A clear, structured pathway to becoming qualified
You get the backing, structure, and support to succeed.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re motivated, practical, and ready to build a career — apply now.Let’s get you on track to becoming a qualified tradie.
Tauranga
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