Millwright

Copper Quail; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Copper Quail is seeking a qualified Millwright to support safe, reliable operation of equipment used in mining and drilling. The role covers installation, preventative and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis and optimisation in workshop and site settings.

Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, breakdown response, root-cause analysis and documentation of actions, with emphasis on safety and legal compliance.

Qualifications

• Millwright with fault-finding across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Valid driver licence and site medical compliance.

Responsibilities

• Install and assemble machinery in line with drawings and specs.
• Perform preventative, corrective and condition-based maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve faults on mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Fault-finding

Preventative maintenance

Maintenance

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

Millwright certification (Red Seal / recognised equivalent)

N3 Engineering Studies Certificate or higher in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Grade 12

Job description

Role Overview

A qualified Millwright is required to support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of mechanical and electrical equipment used in mining and drilling operations. The role combines installation, preventative and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis, breakdown response and equipment optimisation in both workshop and site environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and assemble machinery and equipment in line with engineering drawings, OEM requirements and technical specifications.
• Perform preventative, corrective and condition-based maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults on complex machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain drilling equipment to improve availability, reliability and operational readiness.
• Respond to breakdowns, support root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring downtime.
• Conduct inspections, testing and post-repair verification before returning equipment to service.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, fault codes and OEM manuals.
• Manage critical spares requirements and accurately record faults, maintenance actions and repairs.
• Carry out all work in line with safety, quality and legal requirements.

Experience & Requirements

• Trade Test Certificate: Millwright (Red Seal / recognised equivalent).
• N3 Engineering Studies Certificate or higher in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a qualified Millwright in mining, drilling, heavy engineering or a similar industrial environment.
• Demonstrated fault-finding experience across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with breakdown response, planned maintenance and equipment installation.
• Valid driver licence and ability to meet site medical requirements.

Advantageous

• Exposure to drill rigs and specialist drilling equipment.
• Understanding of RC / percussion drilling or similar drilling systems.
• Working at Heights / Fall Protection certification.
• Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO) training.
• Competent A & B for underground environments where applicable.

What Will Make You Successful

• Strong technical problem solving and fault-finding ability.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work under pressure.
• Accurate documentation and good communication with maintenance and operational teams.