Closing Date 2026/10/30
Reference Number RCL261020-2
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Millwright - Nelspruit
Functions Engineering
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Nelspruit
Location - Province Mpumalanga
Location - Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands, including Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which reflects our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that truly matters.
Visit our website: www.rclfoods.com
RCL FOODS is seeking a Millwright to join our
Baking Division. The role will be based in
Nelspruit and reports to the
Maintenance Manager.
The purpose of the role is to be responsible for ensuring that Plant Maintenance is done effectively and accurately in such a way to ensure the minimum downtime.
Minimum Requirements
- N4 Mechanical/Electrical Engineering plus trade test
- Minimum 5-10 years production line or FMCG maintenance experience
- PLC/VSD Drives experience.
- Knowledge in mixers, dividers, proofers and conveyor systems, oven burners and bakery equipment
- Ability to communicate on all levels.
- Ability to work systematically.
- Ability to prioritize workload.
- Report writing and analysis.
- Maintenance systems like 5 why, fishbones, etc
- Mentoring apprentices.
- Must be able to work shifts and be available on callouts and standby if required.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the machines do not deteriorate.
- Inspect drives, motors, belts, bearings, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions following checklists. Be able to comply with Food safety standards, and previous FMCG experience will be an advantage.
- Assemble, install and / or repair, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment on steam and waterlines.
- Ensure that your department complies with all Health and Safety requirements.
- Record maintenance and repair work performed and report to the line manager of your findings.
- Projects and machine installations
- Accurate completion of administrative forms.
- Lead by example with the team of assistants as per shift requirement.
- Ensure statutory inspections relevant to you are kept up to date.