Maintenance Millwright; Plastic Industry Montague Gardens

An established manufacturing business is seeking a qualified and experienced Maintenance Millwright to join its Production team.

(Plastic Industry)

This is a hands‑on role focused on improving plant reliability, reducing production downtime and ensuring manufacturing equipment is maintained to a high operational standard.

The position is available for immediate placement
, although the start date can be negotiated for the right candidate.

• Attend to mechanical and electrical breakdowns
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• Diagnose recurring machine faults and identify root causes.
• Maintain production equipment, including moulding, assembly, printing, conveying and ancillary machinery
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• Maintain motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains and shafts
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• Fault-find electrical panels, sensors, contractors, relays and motor circuits.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems
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• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules
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• Conduct planned servicing and equipment inspections.
• Maintain accurate machine and equipment registers.
• Record breakdowns, repairs, downtime and parts used.
• Identify critical spare parts and recommend appropriate stock levels.
• Liaise with machine suppliers and specialist contractors.
• Assist with machinery installation, relocation and commissioning
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• Maintain high housekeeping and contamination‑control standards within the production environment.

• Recognised Millwright Trade Test Certificate – essential.
• Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' post-trade Millwright experience within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding skills.
• Experience with three‑phase motors and industrial electrical systems
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• Good working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
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• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions during breakdowns.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Willing and able to work overtime and provide after‑hours breakdown support when required.

Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 16:00
Candidates must be willing to work overtime, weekends and occasional night shifts in the event of breakdowns or operational requirements.
Salary: Market related – candidates should advise their wage/salary expectation.
Payment: Fortnightly.