Millwright (Factory Maintenance Technician)

Recruiter:

Stratogo

Job Ref:

HQ001110/pn

Date posted:

Friday, September 19, 2025

Location:

Pinetown, South Africa

Salary:

40 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:

Join our team as a Millwright (Factory Maintenance Technician) in Pinetown!

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a skilled Millwright to join our team as a Factory Maintenance Technician.
The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining machinery within our factory.

Duties include conducting regular inspections, troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring all equipment is operating efficiently.
The ideal candidate will be a Trade Tested Artisan with over 6 years of experience in a similar role.
If you have a strong background in Trade - Millwright and possess excellent problem-solving skills, we would like to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with us!

Role: Millwright - Factory Maintenance Technician
Location: Pinetown - Durban - KZN
Industry: Footwear / Leather - Manufacturing

Start Date: Immediate

Requirements:

Trade-Tested Millwright (Red Seal essential).
5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
Strong hands-on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
Experience managing or mentoring junior staff.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Safety-conscious and reliable under pressure

Preferred

Experience in footwear, textiles, or similar fast-paced production environments.
Welding, fabrication, or light construction skills.
Basic knowledge of PLCs or automation systems.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (based on experience).
Opportunity to grow into a Maintenance Supervisor/Manager role.
Supportive work environment with exposure to varied machinery and projects.
Stable, long-term employment in a well-established manufacturing business.

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