Plumber at RwandAir Ltd

RwandAir Ltd is the flag carrier airline of Rwanda, operating domestic and international services across East Africa, Central Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe, and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International Airport.

As part of its expansion strategy, RwandAir is seeking qualified and competent candidates for the following position:

Job Title

Plumber

Reporting Line

Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Department

HR

Location

Kigali International Airport, Kigali, Rwanda

Job Purpose

The Plumber will perform plumbing installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection activities across RwandAir facilities to ensure the continuous availability, safety, efficiency, and compliance of water supply, drainage, sanitation, and related plumbing systems while minimizing operational disruptions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of plumbing, water supply, drainage, sanitation, and associated systems.
  • Inspect plumbing infrastructure to identify leaks, blockages, equipment failures, and other defects and undertake appropriate corrective actions.
  • Repair, replace, and install pipes, valves, taps, sanitary fixtures, pumps, water tanks, and related plumbing components.
  • Respond promptly to plumbing emergencies and breakdowns, particularly in critical operational and service areas.
  • Conduct routine inspections and report major defects, deterioration, or replacement requirements to the Facilities Maintenance Specialist.
  • Support renovation, construction, and facility improvement projects involving plumbing installations and modifications.
  • Ensure all plumbing works comply with applicable safety regulations, technical standards, and company procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, materials used, and outstanding work orders.
  • Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and service providers during specialized maintenance or installation projects.
  • Ensure proper utilization, maintenance, and accountability of tools, equipment, and plumbing materials.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Immediately escalate significant plumbing failures, safety hazards, water damage, or operational risks to the Facilities Maintenance Specialist.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Professional Requirements & Experience

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair.
  • Experience in airports, airlines, hotels, hospitals, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, or other large-scale operational environments is an added advantage.
  • Experience responding to maintenance issues in service-critical environments is preferred.

Essential Qualifications

  • Minimum Diploma in Plumbing, Plumbing Technology, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline from a recognized institution.
  • Trade certification or professional registration in plumbing is an added advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of water supply, drainage, sanitation, pumping systems, and plumbing infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and plumbing layouts.
  • Basic knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental practices.
  • Basic computer literacy and ability to use maintenance management systems and work-order platforms.
  • Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage urgent maintenance requirements effectively.
  • Willingness to work outside normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, when operationally required.

Desired Competencies & Skills

  • Strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
  • Strong safety awareness and compliance mindset.
  • Reliability, responsiveness, and customer-service orientation.
  • Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Practical, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to work.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

  • Application letter addressed to the Chief HR & Administration Officer
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Photocopy of Passport/National ID
  • Copies of Degree/Diploma certificates
  • Copies of relevant certificates
  • Three referees

Application deadline: 10 October 2026

Application: https://erecruitment.rwandair.com/

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Employer: RwandAir Ltd

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