JOURNEYPERSON MILLWRIGHT

The Boortmalt Group; Biggar; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global malting company is seeking a skilled Red Seal Journeyman Millwright in Biggar, Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will install and maintain industrial machinery and ensure compliance with safety standards. With a focus on team collaboration and problem-solving, you will play a key role in ensuring machinery efficiency and reliability. Attractive salary and benefits package offered within a global organization.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in industrial mechanics or millwrighting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial machinery and mechanical systems.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Red Seal Journeymen Millwright to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery and mechanical systems across our facility. The ideal candidate has in-depth mechanical knowledge, precision, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving and equipment reliability.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Install, align, dismantle, and move industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans and specifications
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors, and other mechanical systems
• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions using testing and measuring equipment
• Ensure proper calibration and alignment of machinery components
• Weld, fabricate, and assemble metal components when required
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to improve machine efficiency and safety
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and regulations
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and maintenance activities

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in industrial mechanics or millwrighting, including demonstrated mechanical aptitude (e.g., automotive or heavy-duty mechanics)
• Fluent in English, with proficient reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Solid understanding of industrial safety standards, food safety protocols, and environmental compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with effective communication
• Team-oriented mindset with high personal accountability and professionalism
• Flexible availability, including willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and participate in on-call rotations
• Physically able to work in varying conditions, including exposure to noise, odours, and dust
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a non-temporary basis
• Physically capable of climbing stairs and ladders, and working at heights within the facility
• Good near/far, depth perception, and colour vision
• Able to walk or stand on hard indoor surfaces for up to 8 hours per shift
• Required to wear protective gear such as rubber boots, wetsuits, gloves, and respirators as needed throughout the day
• Required to wear hard hats, gloves, and ear/eye protection, including hearing and respiratory protection devices

About Masters of Malt:

We offer an attractive salary and benefits package. As part of a global organization, we provide international career opportunities. We focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, and health and wellbeing, embodying our core values of Strive, Care, Inspire, and Explore.

About the company:

BOORTMALT is a leading global malting company with a 3 million tonnes annual capacity, present on 5 continents with 27 malting plants. We are committed to providing top-quality barley malts trusted by brewers, distillers, and food industries worldwide. Our parent company, Axereal, Europe's largest grain cooperative, ensures access to high-quality barley year-round.