Farm Maintenance Millwright

Astral Foods Ltd; Standerton; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 391,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Standby allowances and overtime pay

Career development within Astral Group

Job summary

Goldi, part of the Astral Group, seeks an experienced Millwright to oversee the breeder farm's mechanical and electrical infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted operations and biosecurity compliance. The role includes servicing automated feeding lines, water purification systems, and climate control, with a 24/7 standby roster.

Ideal candidates have a Red Seal Millwright and 3+ years in industrial/agricultural maintenance, PLC fault-finding, and hydraulics, with a valid driver's license and

Qualifications

• Valid Section 13 or Section 26D Red Seal Millwright Trade Test Certificate. An N3 or higher qualification in engineering studies is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience as a qualified artisan in an industrial, FMCG, or agricultural maintenance environment.
• Prior experience on a poultry farm, or breeder facility is a major advantage.
• Proficient in reading electrical/mechanical schematics, PLC fault-finding, welding, and advanced hydraulics.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing operational requirements.
• Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and repairs on all mechanical and electrical breeder farm equipment.
• Fault-find and repair issues with generators, ventilation fans, pumps, and electrical systems to prevent operational stoppages.
• Disassemble, overhaul, align, and install process machinery and automated equipment using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain absolute compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations, local farm bylaws, and internal biosecurity protocols.
• Adhere strictly to biosecurity protocols and health and safety standards required within a living-stock facility.
• Participate in the maintenance standby roster to support a 24/7 continuous farm operation.

Skills

PLC fault-finding

Electrical schematics

Mechanical schematics

Welding

Hydraulics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Section 13 or Section 26D Red Seal Millwright Trade Test Certificate

N3 or higher qualification in engineering studies

Tools

Generators

Ventilation fans

Pumps

Electrical systems

Job description

Millwright (Breeders)

Goldi, one of South Africa's leading integrated poultry producers within the Astral Group, is seeking an experienced, reliable and meticulous Millwright to oversee and maintain the critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure of the breeder farm to guarantee uninterrupted operations and biosecurity compliance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine electrical and mechanical servicing on automated feeding lines, water purification systems, and climate control infrastructure.

Role Responsibilities

The role will report to the Production Manager.

• Perform routine inspections, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and repairs on all mechanical and electrical breeder farm equipment.
• Fault-find and repair issues with generators, ventilation fans, pumps, and electrical systems to prevent operational stoppages.
• Disassemble, overhaul, align, and install process machinery and automated equipment using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain absolute compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations, local farm bylaws, and internal biosecurity protocols.
• Adhere strictly to biosecurity protocols and health and safety standards required within a living-stock facility.
• Participate in the maintenance standby roster to support a 24/7 continuous farm operation.

Required Qualifications And Knowledge

• Valid Section 13 or Section 26D Red Seal Millwright Trade Test Certificate. An N3 or higher qualification in engineering studies is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience as a qualified artisan in an industrial, FMCG, or agricultural maintenance environment.
• Prior experience on a poultry farm, or breeder facility is a major advantage.
• Proficient in reading electrical/mechanical schematics, PLC fault-finding, welding, and advanced hydraulics.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing operational requirements.
• Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.

What We Offer

• A competitive, market-related salary package.
• Standby allowances and overtime pay.
• A stable and expanding working environment in the essential agricultural sector.
• Structured career development within Goldi and the Astral Group.
• Exposure to industry-leading poultry production systems and best practices.