Electrician / Millwright â FMCG

Phakisa Holdings (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Phakisa Holdings (Pty) Ltd in Pretoria seeks a skilled Electrician/Millwright for a temporary position to support the maintenance team. The contract runs from immediate start until 11 December 2026 with potential extensions based on operational needs.

Responsibilities include maintaining production equipment, diagnosing faults, and ensuring safety compliance. FMCG setting with automated lines is preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Trade-tested Millwright or Electrician with certified Trade Test.
• 3–5 years FMCG/manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Proficient in electrical fault-finding and repairs.
• Knowledge of motors, pumps, gearboxes and PLCs.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Work on motors, conveyors, and control systems.
• Maintain records and documentation.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Maintenance experience

Mechanical fault repair

Record keeping

Health & safety awareness

Education

Grade 12

Trade Test (Millwright or Electrician)

Tools

PLC knowledge

Motors & pumps

Conveyors & control systems

Job description

Electrician / Millwright - FMCG - Temporary Position

Our client in the FMCG industry, based in Pretoria, is looking for a skilled Electrician / Millwright to join their maintenance team on a temporary basis. The contract runs from Immediate start until 11 December 2026 with possible extensions based on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance on production equipment
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults
• Conducting inspections and preventative maintenance
• Working on motors, conveyors, and control systems
• Maintaining records and documentation

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Qualified Millwright / Electrician with Trade Test
• 3-5 years' maintenance experience in FMCG or manufacturing
• Proficient in electrical fault-finding and repairs
• Knowledge of motors, pumps, gearboxes, and PLCs
• Understanding of health and safety regulations

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in FMCG production environment including automated lines, packaging equipment, and industrial electrical systems is beneficial.