Millwright / Maintenance Manager

Recruiter:

Fouche & Co Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN000790/SS

Date posted:

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Location:

Upper Highway, South Africa

Salary:

R35 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Upper Highway - Our client is seeking a Millwright / Maintenance Manager to join their team. Step into a dynamic leadership role where you can drive operational excellence and plant reliability.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a well-established leader in the food manufacturing sector, committed to operational excellence, quality production, and maintaining high standards across their plant operations.

The Maintenance Millwright / Maintenance Manager will oversee plant maintenance, direct electro-mechanical repairs, handle sparing and supplier management, and support shift production operations to ensure minimal downtime and optimal efficiency.

Key responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate shift production activities and communicate effectively with plant staff.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, wiring, motors, control panels, and instrumentation.
Perform mechanical maintenance on plant equipment including pumps, compressors, gearboxes, conveyors, and motors.
Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and rapid troubleshooting during equipment breakdowns.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
Handle administrative and operational duties including generating spreadsheets, managing emails, issuing RFQs, placing orders, and utilizing QuickBooks.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and strict compliance with workplace health and safety regulations.

Requirements

Trade Qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics (Trade Test / Red Seal preferred).
Extensive hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment.
Strong proficiency in electrical systems, control circuits, pneumatics, bearings, and gear systems.
Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Excel, Word, email, and QuickBooks (adv).
Willingness to work shifts (6:00 am – 6:00 pm) and handle on-call duties as required.

Attributes

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with keen attention to detail and safety.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Capable of working independently and adapting well to a rapidly changing industrial environment.

Salary
R35,000 – R45,000 CTC per month

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.***

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