Millwright – Durban

Accountancy Placements

Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Minimum qualification
Matric / Grade 12
Closing date

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In brief

Overview This role is for a Millwright based in Durban, offered through Accountancy Placements for their manufacturing client. The client is seeking a hands-on, qualified Millwright to support the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of their manufacturing operations. What you will do * Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and infrastructure * Inspect and clean electrical panels and conduct thermal checks on panels and machinery * Troubleshoot manufacturing lines, program PLCs, and calibrate sensors * Perform basic mechanical repairs and identify equipment requiring replacement or upgrades * Manage the spare parts room and maintain accurate stock levels * Drive process improvements to reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimise electrical usage * Maintain downtime, maintenance, and equipment records and support upgrade projects * Issue Certificates of Compliance following electrical installations and repairs * Train, supervise and mentor employees while coordinating with other departments and management * Monitor performance, quality, safety and compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures * Assist with budgets, forecasts, CAPEX and resource allocation * Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety, lockout/tagout and occupational health and safety requirements Requirements (from the original advert) * Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade-test certificate * Matric or equivalent qualification * Relevant N3, N4 or higher electrical qualification advantageous * Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applicable to electrical work * Experience with PLCs, sensors, electrical systems and industrial maintenance * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and technical instructions * Strong problem-solving, analytical and logical thinking skills * Good leadership, communication and team coordination skills * Ability to manage tasks, budgets and reports effectively * Self-motivated, practical and able to work with limited supervision * Ability to work under pressure, particularly during production breakdowns Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role is technically strong, self-motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure in a production environment. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/millwright-durban-accountancy-placements Source: myjobmag

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    * Our client is seeking a hands-on, qualified Millwright to support maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of their manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, self-motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure in a production environment. Responsibilities: * Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and infrastructure * Inspect and clean electrical panels and conduct thermal checks on panels and machinery * Troubleshoot manufacturing lines, program PLCs, and calibrate sensors * Perform basic mechanical repairs and identify equipment requiring replacement or upgrades * Manage the spare parts room and maintain accurate stock levels * Drive process improvements to reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimise electrical usage * Maintain downtime, maintenance, and equipment records and support upgrade projects * Issue Certificates of Compliance following electrical installations and repairs * Train, supervise and mentor employees while coordinating with other departments and management * Monitor performance, quality, safety and compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures * Assist with budgets, forecasts, CAPEX and resource allocation * Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety, lockout/tagout and occupational health and safety requirements Requirements: * Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade-test certificate * Matric or equivalent qualification * Relevant N3, N4 or higher electrical qualification advantageous * Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applicable to electrical work * Experience with PLCs, sensors, electrical systems and industrial maintenance * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and technical instructions * Strong problem-solving, analytical and logical thinking skills * Good leadership, communication and team coordination skills * Ability to manage tasks, budgets and reports effectively * Self-motivated, practical and able to work with limited supervision * Ability to work under pressure, particularly during production breakdowns

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