Millwright

Manpower SA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Millwright to join their team in Germiston. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining equipment functionality, and performing preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, trade qualifications, and experience in a manufacturing environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance safety culture and operational efficiency, making a significant impact in a forward-thinking company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing setup.
• Competency in Root Cause Analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with HSE rules and promote safety culture.
• Conduct risk assessments and inspections before shifts.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Millwright

Technical skills

Root Cause Analysis

Interpersonal skills

Basic management skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

Trade Test Millwright/Electrical

Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Our client based in Germiston is seeking a Millwright to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring departmental compliance with HSE cardinal rules and reinforcing the department’s safety culture.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Monitor compliance with HSE cardinal rules and promote safety culture.
• Implement and enforce SOPs.
• Report USACs, near misses, incidents, and injuries to the Line Manager and SHEQ.
• Inspect safety devices as per PM schedules and maintain records (E/Stops, speed monitors, rope switches, Castell key units, etc.).
• Adhere to LOTO procedures before working on equipment.
• Conduct risk assessments and inspections before shifts.
• Collaborate with SHEQ officers on safety measures.
• Follow and implement departmental baseline risk assessment recommendations.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Regularly check safety devices and keep proper records.
• Maintain lighting to meet legal illumination standards.
• Implement the 5S principles in the area of responsibility.
• Perform lubrication, cleaning, and repairs on tools, machines, and equipment.
• Attend to breakdowns and installations on-site and off-site.
• Inspect piping, tanks, and perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, pumps, fans, bearings, and conveyance systems.
• Ensure electrical equipment functionality at 97%.
• Calibrate weighing equipment and conduct daily equipment inspections.
• Assist in planning maintenance and repairs, including shutdowns.
• Manage spare parts and document issues for repairs.
• Inspect and service process equipment, laboratories, offices, and utilities.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and ensure timely actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Requirements:

• Trade Test Millwright/Electrical or related qualification.
• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setup.
• Basic management and supervisory skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Competency in Root Cause Analysis methodologies.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Desired Skills:

• Millwright
• Trade Test
• Technical skills