Millwright

Kerry Kopp Consulting; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Kopp Consulting is seeking an experienced Millwright to maintain and repair plant and processing machinery in a South African FMCG environment. You will perform planned and breakdown maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults, replace components, and ensure machine alignment and safety compliance.

Applicants should hold a Red Seal Millwright qualification, Grade 12, 4–6 years post-apprenticeship, and be bilingual in English and Afrikaans.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) is required.
• Qualified Millwright with a Red Seal Trade Certificate is mandatory.
• 4–6 years post-apprenticeship experience.
• Feed/FMCG industry experience is advantageous.
• PLC, Drives, SCADA knowledge, Automation.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Attend to planned and unplanned maintenance and breakdowns on plant and machinery.
• Fault-find and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Replace defective parts and carry out machine alignment, adjustments and repairs.
• Assemble, install, dismantle and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Monitor plant equipment to minimise downtime.
• Report breakdowns and maintenance issues to the Maintenance Manager.
• Conduct safety inspections and adhere to all OHS policies and procedures.
• Be prepared to work overtime and respond to call-outs when required.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Drives

SCADA knowledge

Automation

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical repair

Bilingual English/Afrikaans

Valid driver’s license

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Red Seal Millwright Certificate

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Attend to planned and unplanned maintenance and breakdowns on plant and machinery.
• Fault-find and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Replace defective parts and carry out machine alignment, adjustments and repairs.
• Assemble, install, dismantle and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Monitor plant equipment to minimise downtime.
• Report breakdowns and maintenance issues to the Maintenance Manager.
• Conduct safety inspections and adhere to all OHS policies and procedures.
• Be prepared to work overtime and respond to call-outs when required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Qualified Millwright with a Red Seal Trade Certificate.
• 4–6 years’ post-apprenticeship experience.
• Feed/FMCG industry experience will be advantageous.
• PLC, Drives, Scada knowledge, Automation
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans.