Millwright -Maintenance Technician (Gosforth Park)

City Logistics; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

City Logistics is seeking a hands-on Millwright to maintain and troubleshoot automated systems in our Johannesburg operations. You will perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults, and ensure safe, reliable equipment uptime in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The ideal candidate has a Red Seal Millwright, Grade 12, and 5 years of related experience in highly automated settings, with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12; Red Seal Millwright preferred.
• 5+ years in logistics/warehousing/manufacturing.
• Experience with conveyors, PLCs and LV switching.
• Willingness to shift work including night/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical planned preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns.
• Root cause analysis for components removed during tasks.
• Quality control inspections on completed work.
• Enforce lockout procedures for all tasks.
• Shutdown maintenance on automated equipment as scheduled.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic faults to support safety and production.
• Work shifts, callouts, and weekends as required.
• Respond to electrical breakdowns in the distribution centre.
• Identify root causes and implement countermeasures.
• Inspect buildings, equipment and systems for issues.
• General repairs and maintenance with facilities.
• Maintain conveyors, extender belts, motors and gearboxes.
• Repair faulty equipment and damaged structures.
• Conduct periodic quality checks on equipment.
• Assist contractors with new installations and validation.

Skills

5 years' experience

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Conveyor systems

PLC-controlled equipment

Teamwork and communication

Education

Grade 12

Red Seal Trade-Tested Millwright

Job description

Millwright -Maintenance Technician (Gosforth Park)

Listing reference: clog_000196

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 31 August 2026

Position summary

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

About our company

City Logistics understands supply chains and the importance of adding maximum value, as well as providing cost-effective solutions and the highest service levels.Our extensive network throughout Southern Africa has been developed over 30 years, offering an exclusive supply chain solution, specializing in client and fleet requirements.This typically consists of a dedicated pool of vehicles and staff customized to the client's operational needs, enabling the client to share the benefits of our procurement, maintenance and risk management capacity.We are passionate about what we do, passionate about Retail and service excellence.Let us be part of your solution.

Introduction

Are you a hands-on technical expert with a passion for keeping complex automated systems running smoothly? We're looking for a skilled Millwright to join our fast-paced logistics team in Durban River Horse Valley. The successful individual will actively maintain operational equipment through planned preventative maintenance, thereby eliminating unplanned production lost time and extending the life span of equipment though equipment efficiency and eliminating downtime while maintaining a high-level health and safety. This role requires a blend of electrical and mechanical expertise, a proactive maintenance mindset, and the ability to troubleshoot in a high-pressure logistics environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• To conduct electrical planned preventative maintenance to eliminate any unplanned breakdowns.
• Conduct root cause and fault analysis to any component removed during scheduled or breakdown related tasks.
• Conduct quality control inspections on work carried out.
• Ensure lock out procedures are implemented and applied to all tasks.
• Carry out shut down maintenance to automated equipment as per schedule.
• To correct various program logic, electronic and electrical type of faults on to support safety, quality and production.
• Required to work Shifts including Dayshift, nightshift as well has callouts and weekends where required by business.
• To attend to electrical breakdowns and repairs within the distribution center to ensure the efficient running of operations and improving production up-time.
• Assess breakdown root cause and develop countermeasures to prevent re-occurrence.
• Inspect buildings, equipment and systems to identify any issues.
• General repairs and Maintenance with facilities.
• Repairs and maintenance to Conveyors and Extender belts, motors and Gearboxes.
• Repair faulty equipment units and damaged structures
• Conduct periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Assist and support contractors with new installation and do validation and as building after completion of projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Respect and Care: Always show respect, care for, and treat everyone fairly, put people first
• Integrity and Loyalty: Display loyalty, display integrity, do the right thing always!
• Can Do: Must have a can-do attitude, believe in yourself, and live out our values always.
• Continuous Improvement: Must be dedicated to continuous improvement, be innovative and constantly learning to keep ahead.
• Grade 12.
• Red Seal Trade-Tested Millwright.
• 5 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing (highly automated environments preferred).
• Solid understanding of conveyor systems, PLC-controlled equipment, and LV switching.
• Skilled in electrical and mechanical fault-finding and repairs.
• Experience in implementing preventative maintenance routines.
• Willingness to work shifts, including night shift, weekends, and attend to callouts.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience assisting with installations, upgrades, or project support is advantageous.
• Technically strong Millwright with a proactive maintenance mindset and the ability to make sound, practical decisions under pressure.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in both electrical and mechanical domains.
• Reliable team player who can also work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety-conscious and committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and Understanding of DC operations and Retail in general