A leading manufacturing plant is looking for an experienced Millwright with strong electrical and mechanical skills to support continuous plant operations to join their team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining machinery, reducing downtime, and supporting production efficiency through preventative maintenance and technical problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
Support manufacturing operations during continuous shifts by addressing process, mechanical, and electrical issues.
Conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve equipment faults, ensuring minimal production downtime.
Perform routine inspections on running machinery to prevent breakdowns.
Adhere to and enforce safety regulations for all personnel and contractors on site.
Participate in problem-solving workshops and continuous improvement initiatives.
Execute preventative maintenance plans to enhance equipment reliability and availability.
Make improvement recommendations to ensure long-term operational sustainability.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders to support informed business decisions.
Requirements:
Grade 12 and Trade Tested Millwright qualification.
Minimum of 5 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in both electrical and mechanical engineering.
At least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
Proficient in PLC fault diagnosis, SCADA systems, and basic PC/network integration.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, welding, cutting, and machining.
Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSACT).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Team-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work well under pressure.
Benefits
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
