Millwright

Fempower Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Cape Town seeks a skilled Millwright to ensure optimal facility performance through expert maintenance and installations. The ideal candidate will have a Millwright Trade Certificate and experience in an FMCG environment. Responsibilities include routine and scheduled maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Millwright Trade Certificate (Section 13 with completed apprenticeship) required.
• Minimum N4 qualification in relevant field.
• Previous experience in an FMCG environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Install, modify, and upgrade equipment and systems.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Education

Millwright Trade Certificate

N4 qualification in relevant field

Wiremen's license

PLC and VSDs certification

Tools

MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

MILLWRIGHT OPPORTUNITY - LEADING FMCG COMPANY - CAPE TOWN

Join Our Team of Excellence!

A prestigious South African FMCG company is seeking a skilled and dedicated Millwright to join our dynamic maintenance team at our state-of-the-art processing facility. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career with an industry leader known for innovation, quality, and operational excellence.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our Millwright, you will be the backbone of our production operations, ensuring seamless facility performance through expert maintenance, installations, and system optimization. You\'ll work with cutting-edge equipment and technology while being part of a team that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

Your primary responsibilities will include performing routine and scheduled maintenance, attending to both electrical and mechanical systems, conducting fault finding and repairs, and ensuring all equipment operates at peak efficiency. You\'ll also be involved in new installations, modifications, and upgrades that keep us at the forefront of the industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency.
• Installation, modification, and upgrades of equipment and systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, safety, and quality standards.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certification:

• Millwright Trade Certificate (Section 13 with completed apprenticeship)
• Minimum N4 qualification in relevant field
• Wiremen's license will be advantageous
• PLC and VSDs certification and experience will be advantageous

Experience:

• Previous experience in an FMCG environment preferred
• Computer literacy: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Key Attributes:

• Strong team player with ability to work independently
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willing to work shifts and overtime as required
• Fluent in English and an additional official language
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments
• Must have own reliable transport