Millwright Electro Mechanical

Hlabahlosile; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in plant maintenance is seeking a Millwright Electrician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment and robotics. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in heavy industry, proficiency in PLC systems, and skills in electrical troubleshooting and fabrication. Candidates must hold a Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, an N4 Electro-Mechanical Certificate, and a Red Seal Millwright Trade Test. This position offers opportunities for project work and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in heavy industry.
• Proficient in electrical systems (LV/three-phase).
• Strong knowledge of robotics (ABB, Yaskawa).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment.
• Execute scheduled maintenance and repairs safely.
• Support engineering project planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC programming

Robotics troubleshooting

Fabrication skills

Education

Grade 12 (Mathematics & Science)

Section 13 Red Seal Millwright Trade Test

N4 Electro-Mechanical Certificate

Tools

PLC (Siemens)

Welding equipment

Machinery tools

Job description

Millwright Electrician (Robotics & Plant Maintenance)

DURBAN

Job Purpose

Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, repairs, and commissioning of plant equipment and robotics safely and efficiently.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Mathematics & Science)
• Section 13 Red Seal Millwright Trade Test
• N4 Electro-Mechanical Certificate
• 5+ years experience in heavy industry
• PLC (Siemens) (ABB, Yaskawa Robots)

Key Responsibilities

Scheduled & Preventative Maintenance

• Receive, plan, and execute maintenance tasks before expiry
• Inspect tooling; determine spares/consumables
• Generate job requisitions; transport tools and spares
• Isolate and secure equipment, complete LOTO and permits
• Conduct preventive maintenance and changeovers
• Record all scheduled maintenance, ensure workshop housekeeping
• Prepare for plant start-ups and track daily hours (target utilization ?75%)

Breakdown & Repairs

• Attend and resolve mechanical/electrical breakdowns
• Escalate unresolved issues; keep responsible persons updated
• Log all breakdowns and repairs in maintenance system

Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance

• Perform routine alignment, diagnosis, repairs, and commissioning
• Operate basic machining and welding equipment
• Maintain mechanical systems (drives, bearings, seals, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, etc.)
• Electrical work: design/install circuits, wire ways, fault tracing (LV/three-phase systems)
• Install/commission electrical equipment and motors
• Inspect/test installations and maintain distribution panels, lighting, UPS, drives, and more
• Troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens) and robots (ABB, Yaskawa); basic ABB programming

Fabrication & Instrumentation

• Fabricate, weld, and assemble using various methods
• Maintain and install instruments (flow, pressure, temperature)
• Perform basic electronic assembly and soldering

Post Maintenance & Material Handling

• Test and commission equipment before handover
• Complete maintenance documentation
• Clean work areas; communicate completion and any further issues
• Operate cranes, hoists, and forklifts; sling loads

Project Work & Continuous Improvement

• Support engineering project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and team supervision
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and report maintenance activities