Millwright Technician

Placement Specialist Pty Ltd

Date: 2 days ago
City: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salary: ZAR 35,000 - ZAR 40,000 / mo
Contract type: Full time

Millwright Technician (Mechanical & Electrical)

This opportunity is not a remote/hybrid working position and requires a dedicated full-time resource at the office – Monday to Friday / Standby – 1 Week a Month

The Company: A leader in supplying and maintaining advanced end-of-line packaging equipment and bucket elevator with state-of-the-art products and complemented by top-tier maintenance services, ensuring operations run smoothly. Dedicated to quality and innovation, solidifying a reputation as trusted partner for a diverse and expanding client base.

Responsibilities

  • Installation and maintenance
  • Repair and troubleshooting
  • Dismantling and reassembly
  • Precision work
  • Technical drawings interpretation
  • Welding and machining
  • Material handling
  • Safety compliance

Requirements

  • Completed Matric – essential
  • A basic undergraduate Degree (e.g., in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field) is a plus
  • Own transport with a valid drivers license – a must have
  • Must be willing to travel regularly, including to remote client sites
  • Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in a similar Millwright role, with exposure to both mechanical and electrical systems
  • Must be well spoken and able to engage with high level decision makers
  • Fluent in English. Proficiency in Afrikaans would be a plus
  • Strong communication and reporting abilities
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
  • Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious
  • Must be comfortable working in industrial environments, including cement plants and other dusty or dirty conditions
  • Familiarity with safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe working environment
  • Electrical experience must include PLC fault finding, panel wiring, and motor control systems
  • Background in bulk material handling machinery, including maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and installation is a plus
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics
  • Skilled in both preventative and breakdown maintenance
  • Must be able to troubleshoot and repair various mechanical components
  • Electrical experience must include PLC fault finding, panel wiring and motor control systems

Products

  • Bulk packaging, palletizing & conveying
  • Industrial vacuum systems
  • Dry product mixing and dosing
  • Vertical mill and mill parts
  • Stretch hood film

The Position: We’re looking for a highly skilled Millwright Technician to be based permanently in Longmeadow, Edenvale. The pay range on offer is a CtC (benefits included) between R35 000.00 to R40 000.00 Per Month, based on skills, tech experience and qualifications plus weekly standby allowance.

How to Apply

For your application to be considered, please email your CV to Tatum Martin on – only candidates with suitable Millwright experience will be contacted.

Why Should You Apply?

  • Join a well established Building Materials supplier
  • An opportunity to be recognized and rewarded for hard work
  • Great team
  • Great management

Work references, criminal checks and qualification checks will be done on the successful candidate.

We will reply on applications that get shortlisted only. Therefore, please deem your application as unsuccessful if you have not received feedback after 7 days.

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