Maintenance Specialist: Millwright

Farmwise Marketing; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the agricultural sector is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in Gauteng. The ideal candidate will install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial machinery. Candidates should have a Red Seal Certification as a Qualified Millwright and 1-3 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum national senior grade 12 matric certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of proven experience in a similar role.
• Forklift Operator Licence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install, relocate, and align machinery according to specifications.
• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance on various systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Mechanical Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Education

NQF qualification

N4 Technical certificate

Qualified Millwright (Red Seal)

Tools

Machine Shop Tools

Job description

The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.

This role is critical to ensure the operational reliability and safety of our facility, minimising downtime, and supporting production targets through proactive and reactive maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Installation & Commissioning: Install, relocate, and align new and existing machinery and heavy equipment according to technical drawings and precision specifications.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure optimal performance and prevent failures.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Promptly diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, performing effective and lasting repairs to resolve mechanical issues and minimise production downtime.
• Fabrication & Overhaul: Dismantle, overhaul, and reassemble machinery; fabricate or repair parts using machine shop tools when necessary.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety standards and maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum national senior grade 12 matric certificate, or equivalent NQF qualification.
• Tertiary qualification, Minimum N4 Technical certificate.
• Qualified Millwright (Red Seal Certificate).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of proven experience in a similar role.
• Forklift Operator Licence would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.

Benefits

• Be part of a dynamic, growing company in the agricultural sector.
• Work with leading retailers and industry professionals.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.