Millwright (Red Seal) at International Food Manufacturer in Wolseley
JSM Business Services and Recruitment · Wolseley, Western Cape
Overview
A great opportunity for a qualified Millwright (Red Seal) with at least 3 years of experience to join an international food manufacturer in Wolseley, Western Cape. You will handle electrical, instrument and mechanical maintenance to keep the plant running at maximum uptime. If you are fluent in Afrikaans and English, have your own transport, and enjoy solving technical problems independently, this permanent full time role could be a solid next step in your career.
About the role
Our client, an international food manufacturer, is looking for a qualified and experienced Millwright (Red Seal) to join their plant in Wolseley, Western Cape. In this hands on role, you will be responsible for keeping the plant running smoothly by diagnosing and fixing electrical, instrument and mechanical faults using engineering systems and best practices.
You will work independently and as part of a team to solve technical problems, replace defective machine parts, adjust clearances and align moving parts. You will also repair and lubricate machines, use hoists, jacks and hand tools to align equipment, and assemble or install equipment using hand and power tools. You will assist the maintenance team with general maintenance tasks that are not necessarily trade related, and you will need to communicate clearly with staff at all levels.
Application notes: The listing does not provide specific application instructions beyond applying through the PNet platform. Make sure your CV clearly shows your Red Seal Millwright trade test certificate and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Also note that you must have your own transport and be fluent in both Afrikaans and English.
Requirements
- Trade Test Certificate: Millwright (Red Seal)
- At least 3 years relevant experience
- Technical experience with mechanics
- Computer literate in Excel, Word and Microsoft Office
- Fluent in both Afrikaans and English
- Must have own transport
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to conduct research and analyze data
- Strong attention to detail
- Problem solving skills and critical thinking capabilities
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making
- Self motivated and able to work with little supervision
- Willingness to learn and open to change
- Strong ability to multitask
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Good time management
- Must be flexible due to work demands
- Honesty, integrity and reliability
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and rectify all electrical, instrument and mechanical faults using engineering systems and practices to ensure maximum plant uptime
- Replace defective parts of machines or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts
- Repair and lubricate machines and equipment
- Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks and hand tools
- Assemble and install equipment using hand tools and power tools
- Work independently and with others to solve mechanical and technical problems
- Assist the maintenance team with general maintenance tasks that are not necessarily trade related
- Communicate effectively with staff at all levels
- Report faults urgently and take urgent action, with a results orientated approach
Job details
- Organisation
- JSM Business Services and Recruitment
- Location
- Wolseley, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Certificate
- Category
- Trades & Artisan
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
As a qualified Millwright with a Red Seal, you already have a valuable skill that many employers are looking for. This role is with an international food manufacturer, which means you will be working in a fast paced production environment where keeping the plant running is critical. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your trade test certificate and highlights your experience with both electrical and mechanical fault finding.
Since the role is in Wolseley, a small town in the Western Cape, you will need your own transport to get to the plant. The employer also wants someone who speaks both Afrikaans and English, so mention your language skills on your CV. In an interview, be ready to give examples of how you have diagnosed and fixed faults under pressure, and show that you are reliable and self motivated. Good luck with your application!
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