Senior Millwright & Maintenance Lead — Haas Machinery Expert

MECS Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 740,000; Full time

Job summary

MECS Africa is seeking a Senior Millwright with Haas Machinery experience to lead a team of artisans in maintenance and repairs. The role requires a qualified Millwright tradesman with supervisory credentials and a minimum of five years in a leadership position.

The role emphasizes planning, safety compliance, and coordination with HR and external contractors to ensure efficient plant maintenance and minimal downtime.

Qualifications

• Qualified tradesman (Millwright).
• Haas Machinery experience.
• Sound supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience managing a team of artisans.
• Supervisory/HSE certificates.
• Preferably ND Mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Control expenditure within the approved budget for plant repairs and building maintenance.
• Ensure daily job/time sheets are submitted timeously.
• Capture completed job cards daily and manage attendance/pay queries.
• Liaise with external contractors and HR for replacements.
• Plan preventive and predictive maintenance; prioritize daily work.
• Enforce safety regulations and housekeeping per OSHACT.
• Supervise maintenance employees and ensure proper safety equipment is used.
• Attend safety meetings and address maintenance-related concerns.

Job description

MECS Africa is seeking a Senior Millwright with Haas Machinery experience to lead a team of artisans in maintenance and repairs. The role requires a qualified Millwright tradesman with supervisory credentials and a minimum of five years in a leadership position.

The role emphasizes planning, safety compliance, and coordination with HR and external contractors to ensure efficient plant maintenance and minimal downtime.