MILLWRIGHT (LEPHALALE, LIMPOPO)

University of Fort Hare; Lephalale; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a skilled Millwright to ensure reliable electrical and mechanical performance across its plant. Responsibilities include maintaining high equipment availability and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a trade certificate and have at least 5 years of experience with large installations. Additional requirements include being medically fit and having the ability to travel and support various sites. This role offers great exposure to maintenance within a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations.
• E&I exposure will be an added advantage.
• Medically fit for work in a water treatment plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliable electrical and mechanical performance across the plant.
• Maintain high equipment availability through effective maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Strong electrical troubleshooting skills

Ability to interpret technical data

Skilled in safe use of tools

Knowledge of VSDs and medium-voltage switchgear

Education

Qualified Millwright (Section 13 or 26D trade certificate)

Job description

A skilled Millwright is required to support the operations team by ensuring reliable electrical and mechanical performance across the plant. The role focuses on maintaining high equipment availability through effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Millwright (Section 13 or 26D trade certificate).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills essential.
• E&I exposure will be an added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of instrumentation, plant systems, and control principles.
• Ability to interpret technical data and maintain accurate records.
• Skilled in safe use of tools, adherence to maintenance procedures, and OHS practices.
• Knowledge of VSDs and medium-voltage switchgear advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• Medically fit for work in a water treatment plant environment, including exposure to various elements and confined spaces.
• Must have own transport, be willing to travel, and support additional sites in the region.
• Available for standby duties after hours and on weekends.