Maintenance Artisan (Milwright)

In brief

Overview This role at RCL Foods is for a Maintenance Artisan Milwright within the baking business unit. The position involves conducting planned and preventative maintenance on machinery, as well as repairing machine breakdowns, specifically focusing on electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair of Bakery related machinery and equipment. The role is based in Durban and reports to the Maintenance Manager. What you will do * Conduct daily checks on machinery, recording any faults on the checklist and submit to Maintenance Manager * Practice health and safety and food safety procedures at all times and adherence to lock out systems * Ensure jobs allocated on the planned and preventative maintenance schedules are completed within acceptable time frames * Report any deviations from planned schedule to Maintenance Supervisor * Report to breakdowns immediately and work safely, within acceptable time frames to repair the machine * Delegate tasks to maintenance assistants and follow up to ensure tasks are completed within the acceptable time frames * Complete daily/weekly/monthly checklists and report faults to Maintenance Manager * Complete jobs pertaining to building and facility maintenance * Participate in monthly stocktakes and report on items that need to be ordered * Plan for projects in terms of spares/equipment required * Ensure project is completed on time and within budget and acceptable standard * Report delays/problems immediately to Maintenance Supervisor * Ensure toolboxes are fully stocked and kept in a clean, hygienic state * Perform tools in-tool out reconciliation upon completion of maintenance work being done * Daily communication with production operators and supervisors related to maintenance issues * Conduct root cause analysis on breakdowns to minimize recurrence of problem * Consult with Maintenance Manager to implement process change or modification to prevent further problems, improve efficiencies and minimize unnecessary costs * Obtain and delegate the job cards from Maintenance Manager * Once job is complete, record summary of job onto job card, detailing work completed, spares and tools in/out register and time taken to complete the job * Submit completed job card, no later than end of shift * Adhere to food safety guidelines as per company policies and procedures * Abide by all Good Manufacturing Practices requirements as set out by the employer * Ensure all work areas are cleaned and free from contaminants after maintenance work has been done Requirements (from the original advert) **Education** * Trade Tested Artisan Milwright * Wireman’s License Optional * Drivers licence **Experience** * Minimum 3-5 years time served artisan experience * Bakery background advantageous **Skills** * Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English. * Good numeracy * Able to work with minimal supervision * Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures * Mechanical/Electrical Skills Who should apply This role is suited for a driven, highly energized, and technically-orientated Trade Tested Artisan Milwright with a minimum of 3-5 years of time-served artisan experience. A bakery background is considered advantageous. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, good numeracy, the ability to communicate in English, work with minimal supervision, and prioritize tasks effectively. A Driver's License is required, while a Wireman's License is optional. Deadline 15th October, 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/maintenance-artisan-milwright-rcl-foods Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Electrical installation
• Driver's licence

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