FTC Millwright

McCain Foods; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food manufacturer seeks a Millwright for a 6-month contract at their Springs site in Gauteng. The role involves maintaining plant equipment to ensure 98% availability, repairing faults, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should have a Gr 12 qualification, a valid trade test certificate, and at least 5 years of experience in an FMCG environment. Preference will be given to HDSA candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in an FMCG environment, preferably in the food industry.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment to ensure 98% availability.
• Inspect and repair faulty machinery.
• Fabricate and install equipment as needed.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Electrical systems knowledge

Maintenance scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

Gr 12 and N3

Valid Trade Test Certificate (Millwright)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Position Title: FTC Millwright

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time

Position Location: Springs

Requisition ID: 38326

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

Purpose Of The Job

To maintain plant equipment in good operational condition to ensure:

• 98% plant availability
• that line rates are met
• that equipment functions at the 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 (e.g., lengthening or shortening of electrical cables, reposition cables and switchboards).
• Connect and disconnect electrical systems where necessary.
• Ensure electrical distribution panel is locked after completion of any work and prior to leaving site.
• Parts needed follow up and installations.
• Perform shift work.
• Perform shutdown 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 breakdowns and 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 and follow up on breakdowns to ensure completion.

Safety

Work to McCain Safety and Food Safety requirements, including AIB and HACCP where applicable.

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 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: Gr 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.

The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates.

The closing date for applications is 24 September 2025.

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 stronger. All 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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Job Family: Engineering & Technical

Division: South Africa

Department: Springs Engineering Mechanical

Location(s): ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Katlehong; ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bapsfontein; ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bedfordview; ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bronkhorstspruit; ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Johannesburg; ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Springs

Company: McCain Foods (S Africa)