Millwright

Role Overview

A qualified Millwright is required tosupport the safe, reliable and efficient operation of mechanical and electricalequipment used in mining and drilling operations. The role combinesinstallation, preventative and corrective maintenance, fault diagnosis,breakdown response and equipment optimisation in both workshop and siteenvironments.

Key Responsibilities

·         Install and assemble machineryand equipment in line with engineering drawings, OEM requirements and technicalspecifications.

·         Perform preventative,corrective and condition-based maintenance on mechanical and electricalsystems.

·         Diagnose and resolve mechanicaland electrical faults on complex machinery, including hydraulic and pneumaticsystems.

·         Maintain drilling equipment toimprove availability, reliability and operational readiness.

·         Respond to breakdowns, supportroot-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce recurringdowntime.

·         Conduct inspections, testingand post-repair verification before returning equipment to service.

·         Read and interpret technicaldrawings, schematics, fault codes and OEM manuals.

·         Manage critical sparesrequirements and accurately record faults, maintenance actions and repairs.

·         Carry out all work in line withsafety, quality and legal requirements.

Experience & Requirements

·         Trade Test Certificate:Millwright (Red Seal / recognised equivalent).

·         N3 Engineering StudiesCertificate or higher in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.

·         Grade 12 or equivalent.

·         Minimum 3-5 years experience asa qualified Millwright in mining, drilling, heavy engineering or a similarindustrial environment.

·         Demonstrated fault-findingexperience across mechanical and electrical systems.

·         Experience with breakdownresponse, planned maintenance and equipment installation.

·         Valid driver licence andability to meet site medical requirements.

Advantageous

·         Exposure to drill rigs andspecialist drilling equipment.

·         Understanding of RC /percussion drilling or similar drilling systems.

·         Working at Heights / FallProtection certification.

·         Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO)training.

·         Competent A & B forunderground environments where applicable.

What Will Make You Successful

·         Strong technical problemsolving and fault-finding ability.

·         Reliable, safety-conscious andable to work under pressure.

·         Accurate documentation and goodcommunication with maintenance and operational teams.