Millwright (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

MyCareerCraft; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft in Port Elizabeth is seeking a qualified Millwright to join the maintenance team. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance on machinery, diagnose faults, and execute repairs to ensure optimal uptime in an automotive manufacturing setting.

The role requires a recognised Millwright trade certificate, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to work shifts with overtime. A valid SA ID and clear criminal record are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised Trade Test Certificate Millwright (MERSETA-accredited).
• Matric/Grade 12 with Maths & Science.
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Millwright in automotive/manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends and standby duties.
• Clear criminal record and valid South African ID.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on machinery and production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Perform breakdown repairs to reduce downtime.
• Calibrate, install and maintain motors, pumps, conveyors, presses, and production lines.
• Fault-find using PLC systems and basic instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports accurately.
• Participate in continuous improvement and TPM initiatives.

Skills

Technical drawings reading

Problem solving

Shift work readiness

Teamwork

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Recognised Trade Test Certificate Millwright

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Inverter knowledge

Job description

About the job Millwright (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

An established and respected automotive manufacturing company based in Port Elizabeth is seeking a qualified Millwright to join their maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal uptime and reliability of production equipment through preventative and corrective maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on machinery and production equipment

Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults

Perform breakdown repairs efficiently to reduce downtime

Calibrate, install and maintain motors, pumps, conveyors, presses, and production lines

Execute fault-finding using PLC systems and basic instrumentation

Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards

Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports accurately

Participate in continuous improvement and TPM initiatives

Recognised Trade Test Certificate Millwright (Olifantsfontein or equivalent, MERSETA-accredited)

Matric / Grade 12 with Maths & Science

Minimum 5 years experience as a Millwright in an automotive or manufacturing environment

Strong experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems

Basic PLC fault-finding and inverter knowledge (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley)

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and perform standby duties when required

Must have a clear criminal record and valid South African ID

Preferred Attributes

Knowledge of lean manufacturing and TPM

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Good communication and teamwork skills

Physically fit and medically fit for duty