Millwright

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime potential

State-of-the-art tools

Training and skill development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Millwright to join the industrial maintenance team in Mahikeng. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy machinery to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is an experienced tradesperson with strong mechanical knowledge of power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics, proficient in reading blueprints. Welding and rigging experience are essential for fabricating and modifying parts as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified Millwright with extensive industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Skilled in reading complex blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with welding, cutting, and rigging essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, dismantle, and repair machinery per specs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues using diagnostic tools.
• Operate lathes, milling machines, and grinders to fabricate parts.
• Ensure safe work practices and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Millwright certified

Mechanical principles

Power transmission

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprint reading

Welding

Rigging

Tools

Welding

Rigging

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Millwright to join their industrial maintenance team in Mahikeng . This position is critical for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy industrial machinery and mechanical systems. You will be responsible for ensuring that all mechanical equipment operates efficiently and safely, minimizing downtime in a production environment. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced tradesperson with a strong understanding of mechanical principles and a commitment to precision and safety in Mahikeng .

Key Responsibilities

• Install, align, dismantle, and repair machinery and mechanical systems according to blueprints and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance on industrial equipment, including lubrication, inspection, and replacement of worn parts.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues, utilizing various diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Operate machinery such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to fabricate or modify parts as needed.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Certified Millwright with extensive experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience with welding, cutting, and rigging equipment is essential.
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions and a commitment to a safe work environment in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for overtime earnings.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Access to state-of-the-art tools and equipment.
• Opportunities for further training and skill development in industrial mechanics.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a stable industrial operation.