Millwright - Paarl

Vine Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Vine Recruitment in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a skilled Millwright for a busy FMCG manufacturing site. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment, diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, and install new machinery.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate record-keeping, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Requirements include a Grade 12, N3 or higher, and a Millwright trade certificate (Red Seal preferred), with ~35 years in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Trade certificate: Millwright preferred.
• N3 (Electrical/Mechanical) or higher.
• Minimum 35 years’ experience in manufacturing/FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and planned maintenance on plant equipment.
• Conduct fault finding and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Minimise downtime and ensure continuous production.
• Install, test, and commission new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain PLC systems (basic fault finding and diagnostics).
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fault-finding

Pressure management

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Millwright Red Seal preferred

N3 Electrical/Mechanical or higher

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and planned maintenance on plant equipment
• Conduct fault finding and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems
• Minimise downtime and ensure continuous production
• Install, test, and commission new machinery and equipment
• Maintain PLC systems (basic fault finding and diagnostics)
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
• Keep accurate maintenance records and reports
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Trade Test Certificate (Millwright) Red Seal preferred
• N3 (Electrical/Mechanical) or higher
• 35 years' experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Electrical systems
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Hydraulics & pneumatics

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail