Maintenance Technician / Millwright

E2E Staffing (PTY) LTD; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water treatment sector seeks experienced water Maintenance Technicians/Millwrights to join their team in Cape Town. The ideal candidates will possess practical experience with water systems, focusing on maintenance and enhancement of facilities. Responsibilities include technical support, maintenance planning, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a strong mechanical and electrical background with at least 5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years’ experience as Qualified Millwright.
• Wireman’s license is an advantage.
• Strong experience with large electrical and mechanical installations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Operation & Maintenance contracts.
• Plan & perform routine services, repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to Occupational Health and Safety standards and ISO requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical background

Electrical background

SCADA

PLC control systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Qualified Millwright with apprenticeship

Job description

Our client in the Western Cape is looking for enthusiastic water MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS / MILLWRIGHTS to become part of their expanding team, which focuses on the maintenance, refurbishment, and enhancement of water and wastewater treatment facilities. Ideal candidates will possess practical experience with water systems and will be instrumental in providing first-grade water treatment solutions

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Reporting to the Area Maintenance Manager in Western Cape
• Provide technical support services to all Operation & Maintenance contracts and projects, including but not limited to Water & Wastewater Treatment Works, Water Re-use & Desalination plants, Dewatering facilities, and subsidiary systems.
• Implementation and execution of new electro-mechanical and civil projects.
• Ensure application of and adherence to the Maintenance Information system (Service Manager) and ensure all assets are clearly marked and controlled with Asset Register.
• Attend to break-downs and prioritize jobs promptly.
• Plan & perform routine services, repairs and preventative maintenance of the electro-mechanical equipment in a professional and cost effective manner, timeously.
• Apply sound human resource principles, administration and control procedures in order to meet performance objectives.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping meets the standards as set out in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act at high level and comply with all applicable ISO system requirements and ensure continual improvement of these systems.
• Ensure that specified, approved and contractual required stock levels are kept.
• High standard of Monitoring and Reporting on electro-mechanical plant condition.
• Assist with pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations.

Knowledge and skills

• Min 5 years’ experience as Qualified Millwright having undergone apprenticeship or equivalent training with accredited institution.
• Wireman’s license would be an advantage or studying towards obtaining it.
• 5 years relevant experience in maintenance of large electrical and mechanical installations.
• Must have a strong mechanical / electrical background and be able to trouble shoot accurately and quickly.
• 5 years relevant experience in SCADA and PLC control systems as well as field control instrumentation.
• Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Minimum Valid Code 08 driver’s license. Must be prepared to drive long distances and sleep out when necessary.
• Must perform standby duties and be able to respond promptly.