Millwright Maintenance Technician at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa, Midrand
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa · Midrand, Gauteng
Overview
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is hiring a Maintenance Technician for their Production department in Midrand. If you have a Millwright Trade Certificate and hands-on experience keeping mechanical and electrical systems running in a manufacturing or FMCG plant, this is a solid opportunity to join one of the country's biggest beverage manufacturers. You will handle fault-finding, preventive maintenance, breakdown response, and equipment reliability in a fast-paced production environment.
About the role
As a Maintenance Technician at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa in Midrand, you will play a hands-on role in keeping the production line running smoothly. You will work across mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, responding to breakdowns, executing planned maintenance, and making sure equipment stays reliable so that production is not disrupted.
What the day to day looks like:
- Carrying out scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance tasks according to maintenance plans and OEM recommendations.
- Inspecting equipment, doing lubrication, cleaning, and adjustments to catch problems before they cause breakdowns.
- Responding quickly to unplanned faults, troubleshooting root causes, and implementing lasting repairs.
- Recording job cards accurately in the CMMS with full fault details, time, and materials used.
- Conducting condition monitoring such as visual inspections, temperature checks, and vibration checks, and escalating anything abnormal.
- Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Stores teams to communicate maintenance activities and issues.
Important application notes: Only applications with an updated CV, highest qualification, and trade certificate attached will be considered. Internal applicants must also attach a signed Internal Application Form to be considered.
Requirements
- Minimum N6 Certificate with a Trade Test as a Millwright.
- N6 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a Millwright Trade Certificate is preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Experience working with both electrical and mechanical systems, especially in bottling or packaging, is preferred.
- Familiarity with food safety, hygiene, and SHEQ standards in a plant environment.
- Previous work in a CMMS environment is advantageous.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Sound knowledge of gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, motors, and sensors.
- Basic understanding of PLC interfaces and industrial automation systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings, wiring schematics, and instruction manuals.
- Skilled in root cause analysis and basic continuous improvement tools.
- Experience using SAP PM for job execution and feedback.
- Knowledge of SHEQ, GMP, and safe maintenance practices.
- Good communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
Responsibilities
- Execute scheduled maintenance tasks according to maintenance plans and OEM recommendations.
- Perform equipment inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and adjustments to prevent breakdowns.
- Respond quickly to unplanned breakdowns and faults across mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical systems.
- Troubleshoot root causes and implement effective, lasting repairs.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to prevent recurring faults.
- Ensure work is completed according to safety, quality, food safety, and environmental standards.
- Adhere to safe work procedures, including permit to work and lockout/tagout requirements.
- Complete job cards accurately in the CMMS with full fault details, time, and materials used.
- Conduct condition monitoring tasks such as visual inspections, temperature checks, and vibration alerts, and escalate abnormalities.
- Support asset care initiatives like 5S, RCA, and RCM.
- Communicate effectively with Production, Engineering, and Stores teams regarding maintenance activities and issues.
- Assist in training and knowledge sharing across the maintenance team.
- Support the Maintenance Controller with task planning, parts identification, and improvement suggestions.
Job details
- Organisation
- Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Location
- Midrand, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Certificate
- Category
- Trades & Artisan
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
If you are a qualified Millwright with a few years of experience in a factory or FMCG plant, this role at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is worth a serious look. They are looking for someone who can hit the ground running with both mechanical and electrical fault-finding, so make sure your CV clearly shows the types of machines you have worked on and the maintenance systems you have used, like SAP PM or other CMMS tools.
Remember to attach your N6 certificate, your Millwright Trade Certificate, and an updated CV. If you are applying internally, do not forget the signed Internal Application Form, otherwise your application will not be considered. In the interview, be ready to talk through real breakdowns you have solved and how you approach root cause analysis. Practical examples will count more than textbook answers.
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