Millwright

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES028834/Siphe

Date posted:

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:

An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Millwright to join a highly specialised industrial processing facility. We are seeking a hands-on maintenance professional with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience, capable of ensuring the reliability and availability of critical production equipment.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Qualifications Trade Test Certificate: Millwright (Red Seal) N4\/N5 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification Valid driver's licence Key Requirements 8 - 10 years' post-trade experience in an industrial plant environment Strong practical experience in mechanical maintenance of: Pumps Compressors Gearboxes Bearings Rotating equipment Proven electrical fault-finding experience on: Three-phase motors Motor starters Contactors Overloads Control circuits Experience working with: Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Soft starters Industrial sensors Basic PLC diagnostics Instrumentation systems Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Key Responsibilities Perform preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance on plant equipment Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime Maintain pumps, compressors, motors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment Conduct fault-finding and repairs on motor control systems and associated electrical equipment Assist with PLC and instrumentation troubleshooting activities Support equipment commissioning, installations, and plant upgrades Ensure compliance with safety, maintenance, and engineering standards Accurately complete maintenance records and technical documentation Identify and implement reliability and continuous improvement initiatives What We're Looking For We're seeking a technically capable Millwright who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment, takes ownership of plant reliability, and has a passion for solving complex mechanical and electrical maintenance challenges. For more information, contact: Siphelele Mzongwana Recruitment Consultant ð§ ð If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database for consideration for future opportunities.

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