Maintenance Millwright

E and D Recruiters

Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Paarl, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time

Reference: Pta003991-EP-4

Millwright required in Somerset-West, Cape Town. Ensuring that plant and production equipment is maintained to the required operational and safety standards through effective preventative and breakdown maintenance. Trade-tested Millwright (Red Seal) required with at least 3 - 5 years of experience after completion of Trade Test.

Maintenance Millwright

Somerset West, Cape Town

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Trade-tested Millwright (Red Seal)
  • Relevant post-matric qualification (NQF Level 3 or higher)
  • Welding certification – advantageous

Experience

  • 3–5 years’ relevant experience as a Millwright
  • Experience in production, plant, workshop, and maintenance environments
  • Exposure to chemical or processing plants will be advantageous
  • Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance

Technical Skills Required

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
  • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills (mechanical and electrical)
  • Welding skills: ARC, TIG, Argon
  • Mechanical fitting and alignment, and pump alignment skills
  • Electrical reticulation and basic control systems knowledge
  • Basic understanding of PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics and automated systems
  • Proficient in the use of hand tools and workshop equipment
  • Sound knowledge of engineering principles and maintenance practices
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act
  • Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel)

Required outputs

  • Ensure cost-effective maintenance by identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions
  • Identify and maintain critical spares, tools, and consumables
  • Participate in plant risk assessments and SHEQ initiatives
  • Ensure all work is carried out under the correct permit-to-work system (e.g., hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout)
  • Issue and sign off maintenance clearance certificates where required
  • Ensure compliance with AECI standards and all company safety rules and regulations.

Please apply via our website: www.edrecruiters.co.za or submit your CV to - Reference Pta003991.

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