Millwright (Re-Advertised)

Tongaat Hulett; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Tongaat Hulett's Voermol Feeds unit in the Engineering department seeks a skilled Millwright to maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems, diagnose faults, and drive preventative maintenance programs.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing root-cause analysis, and supporting plant upgrades with strong safety discipline. English proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/Matric essential; Millwright trade certificate essential; N4/N6 engineering studies advantageous.
• Exposure to PLC systems (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) desirable; ability to take initiative.
• 3–5 years post-trade Millwright experience in heavy industry; fault finding expertise.
• Experience with conveyors, elevators, augers, hammer mills, pellet mills, mixers and bulk handling.

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Carry out inspections, lubrication, and maintenance per plan and asset register.
• Identify wear, report defects and potential failures before breakdowns.
• Repair, replace or overhaul faulty components following procedures.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime; fault-finding on motors, MCCs and PLCs.
• Install new plant and equipment; align and commission machinery.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on recurring breakdowns.
• Maintain maintenance history and downtime records in CMMS.

Skills

Millwright trade

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

Conveyor systems

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Trade Test Certificate – Millwright

N4/N6 Engineering Studies

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

CMMS / maintenance system

Job description

Operating Centre: Voermol Feeds

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Mechanical Foreman

Job Grade: C2

Closing Date: 11 August 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Planned and Preventative Maintenance
• Carry out scheduled inspections, lubrication, and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment in accordance with the maintenance plan and asset register.
• Identify and report wear, defects, and potential failures prior to breakdowns occurring.
• Complete job cards, checklists and maintenance records accurately and promptly.
• Breakdown Maintenance and Fault Finding
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and production stoppages to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, elevators, mixers, hammer mills, pellet mills, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Repair, replace or overhaul faulty components following correct trade procedures and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot electrical control circuits, starters, motor control centres (MCCs), PLC-driven equipment and instrumentation, escalating specialist electrical or PLC issues as necessary.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on recurring breakdowns and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Installations, Modifications and Projects
• Install new plant, machinery and equipment in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Align, level and set machinery to fine tolerances, commissioning equipment following installation or repair.
• Support plant modifications, upgrades and capital projects as directed by the Engineering Foreman.
• Fabricate, machine or modify components within trade competency where required.
  • Respond to queries, enquiries or requests for information regarding specific tests, procedures and regulations.
• Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ)
• Complete risk assessments prior to commencing work and consistently apply Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) and other safety procedures.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Machinery Regulations, and relevant sections of the Meat Safety Act / Act 36 of 1947 (Fertilisers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act) as applicable to feed manufacturing.
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents to immediate supervisors without delay.
• Administration and Reporting
• Communicate effectively with the immediate supervisor to determine materials and resources required for specific work orders.
• Refer to work schedules and registers, addressing deviations and discrepancies identified during processing.
• Maintain accurate maintenance history, spares usage and downtime records using the CMMS or maintenance system.
• Address and correct deviations promptly, reporting serious breaches to the immediate supervisor.
  

Qualifications, Experience And Personal Qualities/Skills

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential). Trade Test Certificate – Millwright (essential). N4/N6 Engineering Studies or equivalent qualification is advantageous.
• Exposure to or training in PLC systems (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) is desirable. Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Minimum of 3–5 years post-trade experience as a Millwright within heavy industry, manufacturing, FMCG, or milling/feed environments. Proven expertise in both mechanical and electrical fault finding and repair.
• Experience working with conveyors, elevators, augers, hammer mills, pellet mills, mixers, and bulk material handling equipment is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, able to clearly articulate views and provide explanations.
• Sound working knowledge of mechanical and electrical trade theory and practise. Ability to read and interpret engineering, mechanical and electrical drawings. Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving capabilities. Physically fit and able-bodied, with good hand-eye coordination. Fluent in reading, writing and speaking English.