Millwright: PLC & Automation Maintenance Expert

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department

Gouda

On-site

EUR 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago

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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.