FTC Millwright

S Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company in Springs, Gauteng is seeking a Millwright for a temporary full-time position. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment for optimal plant availability, performing scheduled maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a Grade 12, N3, and a Trade Test Certificate, with at least 5 years' experience in an FMCG environment. Shift work and overtime might be necessary. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an FMCG environment.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime.
• Experience in the Food Industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment for 98% availability.
• Perform maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Overhaul machines and assist in repairs.
• Ensure electrical and mechanical safety.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Machine repair

Electrical systems knowledge

Safety principles adherence

Education

Grade 12 and N3

Valid Trade Test Certificate (Millwright)

Job description

Position Title

FTC Millwright

Position Type

Temporary - Full-Time

Position Location

Springs, Gauteng

Requisition ID

38326

Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of a (Fixed Term contract 6 months) Millwright (C3) to be based at the McCain Springs site Gauteng.

Purpose of the Job

To maintain plant equipment in good operational condition to ensure 98 % plant availability, line rates are met, equipment functions at required standards to meet product quality standards, and to minimize waste.

Job Accountabilities

• Inspect machines for faults and report on and repair faulty conditions.
• Complete maintenance schedules and inspections on services plant.
• Remove and install equipment where and when required.
• Overhaul machines by stripping, examining, replacing and repairing faulty parts then reassemble and replace overhauled machines.
• Inform supervisor of potential failures and carry out repairs.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining equipment and machinery in a safe and operational condition according to McCain Loss Control and Maintenance.

Policies

• Maintain and service all equipment to ensure maximum availability.
• Ensure plant availability is kept up to the standard of 97 %.
• Perform any other related tasks which may be designated to incumbent.
• List all materials required and forward list for ordering.
• Assist in repositioning of equipment (lengthening or shortening electrical cables, reposition cables and switchboards).
• Connect and disconnect electrical systems where and when necessary.
• Ensure electrical distribution panel is locked after completion of any work and prior to leaving the site.
• Parts needed follow up and installations.
• Perform shift work.
• Perform shut down work when required.
• Responsible for dedicated areas in plant.
• Move and install machines as required.
• Fabricate and install chutes, wipers, scrapers, etc. to ensure proper product flow and minimize product spillage.
• Alter machines to improve performance and limit downtime.
• Commission new electrical installations or alterations ensuring that it is operational and may be used safely.
• Diagnose the cause of breakdown.
• Repair faults on site.
• Replace faulty machinery where applicable and take machinery to workshop for repairs and overhauls where necessary.
• Attend to electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Follow up on breakdowns to ensure completion.

Safety

• Work to McCain Safety and Food Safety requirements.
• Ensure that equipment is in a safe and operational condition according to McCain Safety and Food Safety requirements — AIB and HACCP as well as the key elements of safety.
• Work according to and practice 5S Principles.
• Work according to OHACT and other applicable Acts.

Cost

• Draw and record spares and breakdown details through SAP.
• Identify, update and review critical spares requirements and report to the relevant Superintendent.
• Implement cost reduction / efficiency measures on all resources — water, electricity, steam and air.
• Participate in MDI Process.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, make proposals and implement approved improvements.

Job Holder Requirements

• School: Grade 12 and N3.
• Certificates: Valid Trade Test Certificate (Millwright).
• Willingness to work shifts (night) and overtime as per operational requirements.
• Previous experience in an FMCG environment for at least 5 years. Experience in the Food Industry would be advantageous.

Closing Date for Applications

24 September 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience and success and makes our business qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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