Millwright – PTA003795/RC

Limpopo - Polokwane (Pietersburg)
Engineering & Technical
Market Related Offer - Negotiable
Published date: 7 July 2026
Permanent

Are you a qualified Millwright who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and ensuring that production environments operate at their best?

Join a well-established food manufacturing organisation operating within an integrated food value chain environment, with large-scale processing, production, cold chain and distribution operations. 

As a Millwright, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving electrical and mechanical plant equipment within a high-capacity manufacturing facility. This role requires a hands-on technical professional who can work independently, respond effectively to breakdowns and contribute to preventative maintenance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair equipment faults to minimise production downtime.
  • Perform fault finding on automated systems, machinery and production equipment.
  • Install, maintain and commission industrial equipment.
  • Assist with continuous improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
  • Conduct inspections and identify potential equipment failures before breakdowns occur.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and operational standards.
  • Support the maintenance team in achieving plant reliability targets.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Qualified Millwright (Red Seal).
  • Relevant technical qualification and trade test certification.
  • Proven experience within a manufacturing, FMCG, food processing or industrial environment.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capabilities.
  • Experience working with production machinery and industrial equipment.
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.

Salary:

  • The salary is open for discussion and will be market related in line with your qualifications, skills and experience.