Millwright - Vereeniging

Requirements:

• A Section 13 or Section 26D Trade Test Certificate as a Millwright (Electromechanician) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in maintenance of large electrical and mechanical installations.
• Must have a strong electrical background and be able to trouble shoot accurately and quickly.
• A minimum of five years relevant experience with SCADA and PLC control systems is required. Experience with field-control instrumentation will be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance principles.
• Extensive knowledge of centrifugal pumps (slurry and clean water applications) and positive displacement pumps (diaphragm, screw, peristaltic, etc.).
• Willingness to accept relevant safety appointments in accordance with the MHSA and OHSA.
• Interpretation of electrical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.
• Basic instrumentation knowledge including pH probes, ORP probes, conductivity probes, calibration and fault finding of analytical instruments.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA) principles and preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Medically fit in line with client requirements.
• Must own a vehicle with a valid drivers licence, or have own method of transport.
• Have own accommodation within the region.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure application of and adherence to the Computerized Maintenance Management System (MaintainX) and ensure all assets are clearly marked and controlled with Asset Register.
• Attend breakdowns and prioritize jobs promptly.
• Plan and perform routine servicing, repairs and preventive maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment in a professional, timely and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor and report on electro-mechanical plant condition and apply preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Apply sound human resource principles, administration and control procedures in order to meet performance objectives.
• Apply and comply with all relevant safety and housekeeping standards, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Mine Health and Safety Act, as applicable to the site. Comply with all applicable ISO management-system requirements and contribute to the continual improvement of these systems.
• Be able to hold legal Safety appointment/s, in line with job requirements and MHSA & OHSA.
• Ensure that specified, approved and contractual required stock levels are kept.
• Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control of equipment required / refurbished / repaired as well as pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations.
• Represent the company professionally and with a solution-driven approach.
• Support other sites within the region as required.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.