Millwright (Roodepoort)

Swift International Human Resources; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human resources consultancy in South Africa is seeking a skilled Artisan with a strong background in equipment maintenance and repairs. The candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment availability for optimal production targets. Minimum requirements include Grade 12 and N3-N6 or equivalent technical qualifications, along with 2-5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of fluid mechanics and construction processes will be advantageous. This role offers competitive monthly remuneration.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience as Artisan, preferably in a construction environment.
• Familiarity with construction terminology and processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct equipment inspection, fault finding, and diagnostics.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on machinery.
• Handle assembly and dismantling of critical machinery components.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Fault finding

Technical solution delivery

Mechanical repairs

Understanding of fluid mechanics

Education

Grade 12 & N3-N6 or Technical Qualifications

LMI or LTI Competency or Millwright Trade Test

Job description

Overview

Reference : CEN

• LK-1 To ensure that all company's equipment is maintained to minimum downtime.
• Ensure plant / equipment availability is in accordance to set standards.

To maintain mechanical equipment in good order by adhering to maintenance procedures and enable operations to meet production targets.

Minimum Education / Qualifications

Minimum Education Grade 12 & N3-N6 or Technical Qualifications

Additional Qualifications: LMI or LTI Competency or Millwright Trade Test

Minimum Work Experience: 2-5 years' experience as Artisan, experience in a construction environment will be an advantage.

Familiarity with construction terminology and processes.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Equipment Inspections: Conducting equipment inspection, fault finding and diagnostics. Deliver technical solutions for diagnosed problems. Performance of preventive maintenance and repairs. Report all faults and findings. Inspect equipment for defects or required repairs.
• Equipment Repairs & Maintenance: Determine work procedures, construct foundations, handle the assembly, dismantling, and overhaul machinery using hand and power tools. Operate grinders, milling machines, welding machines and drills to fabricate custom parts or conduct repairs. Moving, assembling, and installing critical machinery components like shafting, precision bearings, gearboxes. General laborer duties, pipefitting, mechanical and electrical work. Regular maintenance, involving tasks like lubrication, bearing replacement, and seal replacement. Understanding of fluid mechanics is crucial for maintaining and troubleshooting valves, cylinders, pumps, and compressors. Planned maintenance executed and improved operational efficiency at all machines assigned to the position. Preventative maintenance.
• Equipment Control: Handling unassembled equipment with precision and utilizing hoisting and rigging equipment to meticulously position components for assembly. Minimise s breakdowns and optimizes equipment by conducting preventive maintenance. Ensure resources, tools and equipment are available for site.

Other Duties

• Ensure job cards are completed
• Investigates root cause and identifies problem area on equipment
• Testing; checking and certification of the equipment to ISO standards in conjunction with LMI at Head Office and all sites
• Assist in management and maintenance of the tools and equipment in stock
• Assist in the disposal process of tools and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements.

Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.

Package & Remuneration

R R Monthly