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

• Salary: negotiable

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected].

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.