Millwright x4

ALPLA Group; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Millwright to ensure the reliability and efficiency of plant production equipment. This role involves conducting mechanical and electrical services, performing preventive maintenance, and managing machine breakdowns. You will work in a professional environment that offers global exposure and opportunities for personal development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical engineering, along with experience in a manufacturing setting. Join a team that values operational effectiveness and provides a supportive training environment as you take on challenging responsibilities.

Benefits

Market-Related Salary

Pension Benefit

Medical Aid

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Training and Guidance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Millwright in manufacturing.
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance of machines and ensure preventive measures.
• Manage contractors and ensure efficient running of plant machinery.
• Perform electrical fault findings and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical Services

Preventive Maintenance

Fault Finding

Record Keeping

Housekeeping

Contractor Management

Electrical Fault Finding

Analytical Skills

Education

Matric or Equivalent

N3 Electrical Engineering

N3 Mechanical Engineering

Millwright Trade Test Certification

Tools

Computer Maintenance Management Systems (D365)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Job description

What You Will Enjoy Doing

The purpose of the Millwright position is to maintain plant production equipment, ensuring its reliability and efficiency through preventative and planned maintenance.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct Mechanical and Electrical services and maintenances of machines on site
• Ensures preventive and predictive maintenance is performed
• Ensures Fault finding and handle all Machine Breakdowns, repairs
• Ensures current and accurate record of maintenance
• Ensures all relevant manufacturer modifications and updates are performed/installed
• Be able to do Electrical Fault findings
• Maintains good housekeeping
• Ensures availability of spare parts
• Manages contractors on site
• Ensure all maintenance job cards are attended to timeously.
• Responsible for the efficient running of the Plant machinery, Plant equipment and Building Maintenance
• Assist with new machine installations and upgrade of equipment
• Perform any mechanical/electrical task required
• Do regular inspections
• Must be able to work shifts
• Responsible to report any risks identified for Quality and Food Safety Management where food contact product is produced in the plant.
• Ensure on-going awareness of Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management.
• Ensure housekeeping and general areas facilitates a tidy, neat environment.
  
  

What makes you great

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Matric (or equivalent).
• N3 Electrical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering.
• Millwright Trade Test certification.
• 3 years of experience as a Millwright in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing.
• 3 years of experience in a Plastic Packaging environment.
• 3 years of experience in an electro-mechanical environment.
  
  

Skills And Knowledge Required

• Proficiency in Computer Maintenance Management Systems, preferably D365.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Technical expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and repairing equipment faults.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members and reporting maintenance issues.
• High energy levels, discipline, and operational effectiveness.
• Good knowledge of electrical controls, including variable speed drives and motors.
• Basic understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
  
  

What you can expect working with us

• Market-Related Salary
• Professional working environment with Global Exposure
• Pension Benefit
• Medical Aid
• Employee Assistance Program
• We facilitate a smooth start through individual and accurate training and professional guidance and support.
• We offer you a challenging task with a high degree of personal responsibility.
• Your individual performance will be remunerated, and your development will be supported by us.