Shift Millwright (49508) at Sappi

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Shift Millwright to provide first line breakdown maintenance on a shift basis in order to maximise production and minimise plant downtime and to support plant maintenance teams during planned shutdown work.

As a Shift Millwright, you will be responsible for:  

• Diagnose, fault find and repair all mechanical breakdowns and defects mill wide
• Perform mechanical repairs by removing and replacing mechanical equipment and any other mechanical equipment in area of responsibility
• Overhaul equipment and change seals and bearings where required
• Remove and replace solenoid valves and directional control valves and block valves on pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Repair and unblock pneumatic lines and rotameters
• Perform PVC welding and construction
• Install, repair or replace automated lubricators, oil and air filters and breathers, pressure regulators and hydraulic cylinders
• Perform fault finding on electrical systems during breakdowns and effect the required repairs to keep downtime to a minimum
• Trace electrical faults in electrical motors and control circuits by using relevant testers and meters
• Perform electrical repairs by removing and replacing electric motors and the driven machinery
• Perform fault finding on PLCs and VSDs and effect required repairs where required
• Understand and comply with the safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) requirements.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 or N2 Engineering
• Recognised Trade Test certificate as Millwright
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience post trade test in a heavy industry environment whilst 5 years industry experience will be advantageous