Artisan: Millwright

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to sustain plant equipment and systems on site. The role focuses on proactive maintenance, fault finding, and system upgrades, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The candidate should have a relevant trade qualification, be a registered artisan, and bring 3–5 years of hands-on trade experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Expect 12-hour shifts, overtime, and weekend work as required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent is required.
• Relevant trade qualification is essential.
• Registered Artisan (Dept. of Labour) (Red Seal) is preferred.
• 3–5 years in a related trade such as Electrician or Millwright.

Responsibilities

• Day to day maintenance of plant.
• Fault finding and repairs.
• On the job training of staff or operators.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Pressure handling

Self-motivated

Equipment knowledge

Attention to detail

Numerical ability

Innovation/continuous improvement

Sense of urgency

Respect

Education

Grade 12 or Equivalent

Relevant Trade qualification

Registered Artisan (Red Seal)

Tools

PLC Knowledge/automation/SCADA systems

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa's FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Purpose

To maintain the overall effectiveness of equipment and plant on site

Responsibilities

• Day to day maintaining of plant
• Fault Finding
• On the job training
• Plant and system upgrades / Project management
• System maintenance
• Audits (Safety and stock control)
• PLC Knowledge/automation/ Scada systems

Experience And Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Equivalent
• Relevant Trade qualification
• Registered Artisan (Dept. of Labour) (Red Seal)
• 3-5 years in relevant trade e.g. Electrician, Millwright

Competencies (knowledge, Skills And Attributes)

• Ability to function in a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Be self-motivated
• Equipment knowledge
• Accuracy / Attention to detail
• Numerical ability
• Innovation/ continuous improvement
• Accountability
• Sense of urgency
• Respect

Working Conditions

• Working in a factory environment - hot and noisy
• Required to work 12 hour shifts, overtime and unusual working hours (night shift, after hours, weekends and public holidays

Closing Date: 20 November 2026