Walter Pullen

Skilled plumbing operations manager with demonstrated technical, team leadership, and financial management abilities. Results-oriented professional experienced in managing field teams, coordinating projects, and maintaining equipment and material inventory to support daily operational requirements. Employee-focused and performance-driven, with strong mentoring and supervision capabilities developed through managing multiple teams across construction and maintenance projects.

Experienced in coordinating plumbing, storm water, irrigation, and water-system installations by closely monitoring project progress, scheduling, and resource allocation. Bringing over 15 years of trade and operations experience combined with strong project leadership, practical problem-solving, and operational planning abilities. Reliable, hands-on, and comfortable working across residential, infrastructure, and institutional environments.

Owner / Operations Manager - Gotcha Plumbing - Pretoria, South Africa

(2011-01)

• Responsible for managing plumbing operations, maintenance services, and human resources.
• Operational management of tools, vehicles, materials, and field teams.
• Supervision of plumbing teams across maintenance and construction projects.
• Management of 5 team leaders across large construction and infrastructure projects.
• Meet project budgets and service delivery targets.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety standards and site procedures.
• Procurement of plumbing materials and equipment.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and clients.
• Develop and implement daily and weekly work schedules.
• Coordinate multi-trade teams across construction and infrastructure projects.
• Manage irrigation installations, stormwater systems, and fire hydrant water lines.
• Coordinate maintenance across residential and commercial properties.
• Plan preventative maintenance schedules and resolve contractor coordination issues.

Plumber / Team Manager - Jabula Maintenance & Plumbing - Ermelo, South Africa

(2010-01 - 2011-12)

• Supervised plumbing teams on installation and maintenance projects.
• Installed water systems and drainage systems.
• Performed leak detection and plumbing repairs.
• Installed underground stormwater and water piping systems.
• Interpreted building plans and specifications.
• Maintained safety standards on site.

Apprentice Plumber (Part-time) - Allan Plumbers - Pretoria, South Africa

(2006-01 - 2010-12)

• Assisted with plumbing installations and maintenance work.
• Installed drains and water systems.
• Replaced geysers and repaired leaking pipes.
• Supported senior plumbers on residential projects.

Red Seal Plumber Qualification - Plumbing - Olifantsfontein Trade Test Centre (2011-12)

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce - University of Pretoria (2006-01 - 2009-12)