Millwright
RPO Recruitment
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Posted 03 July 2024

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Job Description

RPO's client is looking for a Millwright to join their team. The purpose of the position is to install and maintain machinery to ensure maximum uptime. The position reports to the Maintenance Manager.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Normal and preventative maintenance of hydraulic systems (presses, formers, pultrusion, and injection moulding).
  • Normal and preventative maintenance of electrical systems (distribution panels, control panels, heating and cooling systems, and electrical circuitry).
  • Normal and preventative maintenance of mechanical equipment (gearboxes, pumps, chain drives, couplings, and alignment).
  • Fault finding and breakdown/emergency repairs (electrical and mechanical).
  • Basic welding and boilermaking.
  • Technical assistance to production and maintenance teams.
  • Participation in continuous improvement.
  • Implementation of planned maintenance and countermeasures.
  • Assistance with machine changeover and start-ups when required.
Requirements:
  • Trade tested certificate as a qualified Millwright
  • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • In-depth knowledge of PLC and PLC programming on Delta and Mitsubishi systems
  • Sound knowledge of mechanical equipment, electrical panels, and PLCs
  • Fault-finding determination skills
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Ability to read drawings
  • Communication and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work in a team or independently
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Prepared to work overtime and standby whenever required
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems
  • Basic welding and boilermaking
  • Minimum 5 years’ applicable experience as a qualified Millwright
  • PLC and VSD experience will be advantageous
  • Induction furnace experience will be advantageous

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 Llizelle Jansen at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn 
  • You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]