Millwright Job Opportunity

Millwright Job Opportunity – Weir Minerals | Isando, Johannesburg

Location:Johannesburg (Isando), Gauteng

Job Type:Full-Time

Workplace:Onsite

Company:Weir Minerals

About the Role

Weir Minerals is looking for a qualified and experienced **Millwright** to join its maintenance team at the Isando facility. This position is responsible for carrying out both **electrical (light and heavy current)** and **mechanical maintenance** on a wide range of plant machinery and equipment. The successful candidate will support operations across the **Foundry, Machine Shop, and Rubber Plant**, ensuring that production equipment remains reliable, safe, and efficient.

This opportunity is ideal for a skilled artisan who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with industrial machinery, and contributing to a high-performing maintenance team.

Why Join Weir Minerals?

Joining Weir Minerals means becoming part of a globally respected engineering company committed to innovation, sustainability, and employee development. Employees are encouraged to grow their careers through continuous learning while working in an environment that values teamwork, diversity, and safety.

The company provides opportunities to expand technical expertise, work with advanced industrial equipment, and contribute to improving manufacturing operations in a world-class facility.

Key Responsibilities

Health and Safety

* Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and the company's Zero Harm culture.

* Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety regulations and company procedures.

* Follow applicable electrical and mechanical standards, including SANS 10142 requirements.

* Promote safe working practices throughout the maintenance department.

Maintenance and Production Support

* Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on all plant equipment.

* Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and restore production operations.

* Conduct preventative and scheduled maintenance according to maintenance plans.

* Complete daily inspections of assigned machinery.

* Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults.

* Support fellow maintenance artisans with troubleshooting activities.

* Participate in standby duties, overtime, and shift work when operational requirements demand.

Automation and PLC Systems

* Perform basic PLC programming and troubleshooting.

* Assist with factory automation projects.

* Improve machine performance and production efficiency through automation solutions.

* Maintain industrial control systems and related equipment.

Maintenance Planning

* Record completed maintenance activities using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

* Complete job cards accurately and on time.

* Develop maintenance schedules for new and existing plant equipment.

* Ensure machinery modifications meet engineering standards.

Engineering Drawings

* Read and interpret engineering and machine drawings.

* Produce sketches and maintenance-related drawings where necessary.

* Apply technical drawings during repairs and equipment modifications.

Teamwork

* Work closely with maintenance artisans, supervisors, planners, and production teams.

* Mentor and support apprentices.

* Share technical knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

* Maintain positive working relationships across departments.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

* Qualified **Millwright Trade Test** with at least **5 years of relevant experience**.

* N3 Electrical and/or Mechanical qualification.

* PLC Basics Training.

* Forklift Certificate.

* Working at Heights Certificate.

* Confined Spaces Certificate.

* Medium Voltage Switching Certificate.

* Boiler Operator Certificate.

* Experience working with Foundry machinery.

* Knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).

* Experience with level, pressure, flow, and temperature sensors.

* Strong understanding of machine safety systems.

* Experience working with:

  * CNC machines

  * Conventional machine tools

  * Overhead cranes

  * Forklifts

  * Pneumatic systems

  * Hydraulic systems

  * Steam installations

* Computer literacy, including SAP and Microsoft Office.

Advantageous Qualification

* N6 Certificate or Engineering Diploma.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

* Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.

* Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance knowledge.

* Good communication and teamwork abilities.

* Ability to work independently under pressure.

* High attention to detail.

* Commitment to quality workmanship.

* Good planning and organisational skills.

* Willingness to work overtime, standby, and shifts when required.

Location

Isando, Johannesburg, Gauteng

If you are an experienced Millwright with strong industrial maintenance experience and are looking to grow your career within a leading global engineering company, this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Apply now