Maintenance Millwright

Multiform Human Development (Pty) Ltd.; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African engineering company is looking for a Qualified Maintenance Millwright in Klerksdorp. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems in a steel manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates should be Red Seal Qualified with 3-5 years' experience in heavy industrial equipment maintenance, and possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary package and career development opportunities await.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Supportive work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in maintenance of steel manufacturing or heavy industrial plant equipment.
• Solid experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Proven experience working with industrial hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct electrical fault finding on motors and control circuits.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical fault finding

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Red Seal Qualified Millwright

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Location: Uraniaville, Klerksdorp

Start Date: March 2026

Salary: Competitive and market-related

About Bond Equipment

Bond Equipment is a proudly South African engineering company specializing in innovative mineral processing solutions. With a strong presence in the mining and manufacturing industries, we take pride in our excellence, reliability, and operational efficiency. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Qualified Maintenance Millwright to join our dynamic team in Klerksdorp.

Role Summary

The Maintenance Millwright is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems within a steel manufacturing environment. The role requires strong multidisciplinary technical skills and exceptional fault‑finding ability to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the manufacturing facilities equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot overhead cranes, hoists, and fixed lifting systems, and provide maintenance support to the mobile equipment fleet (including forklifts and similar material‑handling equipment)
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Conduct electrical fault finding on motors, control circuits, limit switches, sensors, VSDs, and basic PLC I/O.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings and schematics.
• Identify root causes of failures and implement permanent corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of new or upgraded plant equipment.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and lock‑out procedures.
• Complete maintenance reports, job cards, inspections, and statutory records.
• Work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Red Seal Qualified Millwright (Trade Tested).
• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in maintenance of steel manufacturing or heavy industrial plant equipment.
• Solid experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Proven experience working with industrial hydraulic systems.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic theory and components.
• Experience with preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Physically capable of lifting heavy components and working in confined spaces.
• Experience in manufacturing, mining, construction, or heavy equipment environments.

What We Offer

• A competitive, market‑related salary package.
• A supportive work environment that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
• Career development and growth opportunities.