Pieter Van Eeden
Ashburton,CAN
Summary
Certified Plumber with over 21 years of hands-on experience across commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Skilled in installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems, drainage, stormwater, and pump systems. Experienced in managing shutdowns, supervising teams, and problem-solving under pressure. Certified in both New Zealand and South Africa, with strong adaptability and a willingness to learn new systems and standards.
Professional with substantial hands-on experience in plumbing, offering solid track record of diagnosing and repairing complex plumbing issues. Highly reliable team player with strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs. Proficient in pipe installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with safety and building regulations. Known for delivering results and maintaining high standards in all tasks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Plumber
Anzco Foods
Ashburton
11.2021 - Current
- Planned and executed annual shutdowns, refurbishing and upgrading pipework.
- Designed and upgraded steriliser systems and hot water usage systems.
- Managed backflow prevention and wastewater systems on site.
- Refurbished pumps, sumps, and effluent tanks.
- Provided on-site problem-solving and designed new plumbing fixtures.
Plumber
Hanlon Plumbing & Pipe Services
Christchurch
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Installed sanitary fixtures and under-slab pipework.
- Ordered and managed plumbing materials.
- Worked on large-scale projects including Metro Sports Centre, Hillmorton High School, Holiday Inn Queenstown, and Wanaka New World.
- Carried out drainage, water installations, and plan interpretation.
- Residential and Commercial Maintenance
Plumber
PHP Commercial & Civil Plumbing
Christchurch
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed plumbing installation on Christchurch Hospital construction site (8 floors).
- Installed water and drainage systems.
- Interpreted and set out drawings.
- Collaborated with multiple contractors and trades.
Plumber
Coppertop Plumbing
Auckland
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Installed subfloor drainage, pipe outs, and fit-offs.
- Carried out bathroom and kitchen renovations.
- Worked with copper, Buteline, Ginde, and Dux piping systems.
Plumber
Tlokwe City Council
Potchefstroom, South Africa
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Renewed and repaired main town water supply pipelines.
- Supervised contracts and workers.
Foreman/Plumber
Dells Plumbing
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Supervised teams of up to 250 workers on major construction projects.
- Installed stormwater, waste, and water systems.
- Managed materials and liaised with contractors.
Foreman/Plumber
Modern Plumbing
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Worked on large construction projects (Absa Towers, Cold Storage facilities).
- Installed new pipelines, stormwater, and fire systems.
Trainee Plumber
All Areas Plumbers
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Completed full range of plumbing installations for residential and commercial builds.
- Installed drainage, water systems, fixtures, cylinders, and sanitaryware.
- Carried out inspections and maintenance.
Education
CERTIFYING PLUMBER - PLUMBER
PLUMBERS, GASFITTERS AND DRAINLAYERS BOARD
NEW ZEALAND11-2021
RED SEAL PLUMBER - PLUMBER
REGISTRAR OF MANPOWER TRAINING
SOUTH AFRICA01-2009
Skills
- Installation & maintenance of water systems, cylinders, and sanitary fixtures
- Pipe fitting, drainage, stormwater, and backflow prevention
- Industrial plumbing, sterilisers, and pumps
- Reading and interpreting technical plans & drawings
- Team leadership, training, and supervision
- Problem-solving and project management
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Safety-focused (First Aid, Confined Spaces, Working at Heights)
- Plumbing repairs
- Piping installation
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Drainage systems repair
- Continuous learning commitment
- Plumbing code compliance
- Fixture repair proficiency
- Blueprint reading
- Project management
- Backflow prevention
- Plumbing fixture installation
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial and residential jobs
Training
- MEWP Ticket (Mobile Elevated Work Platform)
- WTR (Wheels, Tracks, Rollers)
- First Aid Level 1 & 2
- Working at Heights
- Confined Spaces
- Permit Receiver
- Permit Issuer
- Forklift licence
Timeline
Leading Plumber
Anzco Foods
11.2021 - Current
Plumber
Hanlon Plumbing & Pipe Services
06.2019 - 11.2021
Plumber
PHP Commercial & Civil Plumbing
10.2017 - 06.2019
Plumber
Coppertop Plumbing
01.2017 - 10.2017
Plumber
Tlokwe City Council
01.2012 - 01.2016
Foreman/Plumber
Dells Plumbing
01.2011 - 01.2011
Foreman/Plumber
Modern Plumbing
01.2010 - 01.2011
Trainee Plumber
All Areas Plumbers
01.2004 - 01.2008
CERTIFYING PLUMBER - PLUMBER
PLUMBERS, GASFITTERS AND DRAINLAYERS BOARD
RED SEAL PLUMBER - PLUMBER
REGISTRAR OF MANPOWER TRAINING