ASSOCIATIONS
DANIEL PENTASAIB
What are you passionate about (other than plumbing)?
Travelling to experience other cultures.
How many years have you been part of the
plumbing industry?
Thirty-three years of experience in the building environment.
What is the most valuable professional advice you
have ever been given?
Enjoy whatever you do and do it like you are doing it for
yourself and it will certainly turn out perfect and flawless.
ADRIAAN MYBURGH
What are you passionate about (other than
plumbing)?
Life! Fishing, golf, family, friends — anything that keeps
the body and mind occupied.
How many years have you been part of the
plumbing industry?
I started in 1988 — that gives me 32 years and counting.
What is the most valuable professional advice you
have ever been given?
Respect for others; you can resolve anything with anyone
after that.
RICHARD BAILIE
What are you passionate about (other than plumbing)?
I’m a hobbyist mountain biker, I build ship models when
I can. I love spending quality time with my friends and
family in our beautiful city and its array of attractions.
How many years have you been part of the
plumbing industry?
Since 1991 (about 28 years).
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What has been the highlight of your career?
Peer learning and tutorials with municipalities, and
managing a staff complement of 150.
Do you have a favourite plumbing quote/advice to
impart?
The most menial task can turn out to be perfect and ap-
preciative, only if you put your mind to it and enjoy it fully.
What has been the highlight of your career?
I qualified in 1991, that was special. I joined the local
authority as an inspector in 1999 and was promoted to
senior plumbing & drainage inspector for NMBM in 2008
to oversee the plumbing work done in our metro. I have
been blessed with so many!
Do you have a favourite plumbing quote/advice to
impart?
Whether it be material- or workmanship-related, never
take advice from someone who is not going to have to
deal with the consequences of that advice given.
What has been the highlight of your career?
There are two: When I successfully plumbed the Sante
Wellness Centre & Spa, and becoming a PIRB auditor.
Do you have a favourite plumbing quote/advice
to impart?
Learn, learn, and learn some more!!
What is the most valuable professional advice you
have ever been given?
You know you are starting to learn something when you
realize you know nothing.
SUSAN WALLS
What are you passionate about (other than
plumbing)?
I am passionate about the insurance industry and sharing
the knowledge that I have acquired over the past 35 years
while being part of the industry. I am also passionate about
mentoring and educating new entrants into the industry.
How many years have you been part of the
plumbing industry?
I have been in the insurance industry for 35 years.
What is the most valuable professional advice you
have ever been given?
Don’t ever compromise on your integrity.
What has been the highlight of your career?
Obtaining my BCom degree at the age of 52.
Do you have a favourite plumbing quote/advice to
impart?
I’ll leave this one for the plumbers to answer!
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February 2019 Volume 24 I Number 12