Manufacturing

Millwright

RMG Recruitment·Kariega, south-africa·FULL_TIME
Manufacturingentry-levelFULL_TIME
-Closes Jan 12, 2027

To install & maintain all mechanical equipment, plant & machinery in good working order to ensure an adequate provision of machine and process capacity to production at all times. To install & maintain all electrical equipment, switch gear, plant & machinery in good working order to ensure an adequate provision of machine & process capacity to production at all times. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Undertake the safe & efficient installation of all new mechanical and electrical equipment, plant & machinery as directed. Prompt and efficient attendance to all breakdowns & stoppages due to electrical/mechanical failure or fault. Strict adherence to all safety rules, regulations, housekeeping and lock - out procedures as laid down or instructed by line management. Performance of shift, overtime (subject to legislated constraints) & stand - by duties in accordance with departmental rosters or as directed by Management. To perform mechanical & electrical installations of switch gear & equipment in their area of responsibility. Ensure that inspections and planned maintenance is carried out on equipment and suggestions and methods of improving smart schedules on equipment. Fill in of Haldan system daily. To assist in achieving KPI targets for the maintenance department To ensure a high level of housekeeping is implemented and adhered to in tasks in area of responsibility. Ensure all policies & procedures are followed as laid out and trained. Undertake any other task, projects or duties as allocated by Management from time to time. REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12/Matric certificate or equivalent is essential. Qualified Millwright with a valid Trade Test is essential (Electrical/Mechanical) 5 years’ experience as a qualified Millwright in an Engineering or Manufacturing industry. Self-motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills. Innovative, reliable, and assertive. Strong customer focus and able to work under pressure. Decisive can-do attitude seeing nothing as impossible leading to immediate action.

At a glance

Company

RMG Recruitment

Location

Kariega, south-africa

Employment

FULL_TIME

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

January 12, 2027

Created

October 14, 2026

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