Millwright

Location

• Killarney Gardens, Cape Town

Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 3
• N2–N4 advantageous
• Qualified Red Seal Millwright / QCTO Millwright Trade Certificate is essential
• Minimum 3–5 years' post-trade experience in an FMCG / food manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
• Experience with preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Experience maintaining production machinery and equipment
• Experience with Siemens STEP 7, TIA Portal and HMI systems
• PLC and machine control systems experience
• Experience with refrigeration breakdowns advantageous
• Experience with machinery installation and commissioning
• Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement experience
• Computer literate
• Experience completing job cards and maintaining maintenance records
• Valid driver's licence
• Own reliable vehicle essential
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong work ethic and reliability

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical fault finding and repairs
• Conduct preventative maintenance according to planned schedules
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and minimise production downtime
• Maintain machine control and safety systems
• Troubleshoot PLC and automated control systems
• Install, commission and maintain machinery and equipment
• Assist with maintenance projects and equipment upgrades
• Design and install electrical circuits, wiring and components where required
• Provide technical support to production teams
• Identify maintenance and continuous improvement opportunities
• Complete and capture job cards accurately
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements
• Maintain proper control and accountability of spare parts
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Assist with training and coaching apprentices