Millwright

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department; Gouda; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department in Gouda, Netherlands, seeks a skilled Millwright to maintain and repair industrial machinery, optimise performance and support safe production.

You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and PLC systems, and drive improvements in OEE with a focus on minimal downtime. Five years’ experience in manufacturing and a Millwright trade certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Trade Millwright certificate or equivalent is required.
• Electrical or Mechanical Red Seal certification required.
• Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience, preferably in the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair industrial machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and PLC faults.
• Optimise equipment performance and OEE.
• Conduct timely machine repairs and fault-finding.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food safety standards.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement, cost reduction and breakdown prevention.
• Supervise and support junior Millwrights and maintenance staff.

Skills

PLCs

VSDs

Automation systems

Education

Trade Certificate in Millwright

Red Seal Certification (Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

PLCs

VSDs

Automation systems

Job description

Our client, based in Gouda, Western Cap e, is a dynamic manufacturing and innovation company specialising in innovative fruit-based products for local and international markets. The Group is looking for a Millwright to ensure the efficient operation, maintenance and repair of industrial machinery and equipment, with a strong focus on optimising machine performance, minimising downtime and supporting safe, efficient production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and repair industrial machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and PLC faults.
• Optimise equipment performance and OEE.
• Conduct timely machine repairs and fault-finding.
• Identify and mitigate equipment and maintenance risks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and food safety standards.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement, cost reduction and breakdown prevention.
• Supervise and support Junior Millwrights and maintenance staff.
• Additional certifications in safety or machinery maintenance would be advantageous.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Certificate in Millwright or equivalent qualification.
• Electrical or Mechanical Red Seal Certification.
• Minimum 5 years’ manufacturing experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Proven experience with PLCs, VSDs and automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience in preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety and food safety standards.
• Experience with maintenance management systems would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time-management skills

CLOSING DATE: 20 OCTOBER 2026