Millwright – Industrial Maintenance & Reliability (Stable Role)

JVR Software; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 335,000 - 401,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software is seeking a skilled millwright to maintain and repair industrial production machinery in a Johannesburg facility. The role focuses on mechanical and electrical fault-finding, diagnostics on motors and gearboxes, and ensuring equipment reliability to minimise downtime.

The ideal candidate shows a strong track record in industrial environments, with a millwright qualification and recognised trade test, plus the ability to interpret drawings and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial production machinery.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps and related industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance practices and industrial safety requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial production machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Conduct fault-finding on motors, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, bearings and other industrial equipment.
• Maintain and repair machinery to minimise breakdowns and unplanned production downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify potential equipment failures.
• Install, align, assemble and commission machinery and mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems and industrial equipment.
• Participate in planned maintenance shutdowns and respond to production breakdowns.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics and equipment manuals.
• Identify recurring faults and recommend improvements to equipment reliability and performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs and parts used.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with applicable safety standards, company procedures and relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to ensure optimal plant performance.

Education

Millwright qualification and recognised trade test

Job description

JVR Software is seeking a skilled millwright to maintain and repair industrial production machinery in a Johannesburg facility. The role focuses on mechanical and electrical fault-finding, diagnostics on motors and gearboxes, and ensuring equipment reliability to minimise downtime.

The ideal candidate shows a strong track record in industrial environments, with a millwright qualification and recognised trade test, plus the ability to interpret drawings and safety standards.