Millwright

Profile Personnel; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Millwright to join their dynamic team in Secunda. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and applying your troubleshooting skills to address breakdowns promptly. You will play a crucial part in the maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment, working closely with SCADA and PLC control systems. If you are a proactive individual with a strong electrical background and a passion for excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vital sector.

Qualifications

• Qualified Millwright with apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• 3 years experience in maintenance of electrical and mechanical installations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Maintenance Information system and asset management.
• Plan and perform routine services and repairs on electro-mechanical equipment.
• Monitor and report on plant condition and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

SCADA systems

PLC control systems

Computer literacy

Education

Millwright qualification

Wireman’s license (3 phase)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Service Manager (Maintenance Information system)

Job description

Millwright required for a large water treatment company based in Secunda.

Requirements:

• Qualified Millwright having undergone apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Wireman’s license (3 phase) preferred or studying towards.
• Three years relevant experience in maintenance of large electrical and mechanical installations.
• Must have a strong electrical background and be able to troubleshoot accurately and quickly.
• Three 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.
• Proven record of satisfactory prior performance.

Responsibilities:

• 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 breakdowns 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 specifications, sourcing, quality control of equipment required/refurbished/repaired as well as pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations.

Should you wish to apply, please email your CV through to Kerry O’Hagan.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.