Millwright - Ngodwana at Sappi

 As a Millwright, you will be responsible for: 

• Executing assigned scheduled and opportunity maintenance tasks.
• Improve Master data accuracy.
• Assist with the scoping of work.
• Report plant defects and downtime details to the Foreman.
• Knowledge sharing within and across teams, coaching of peers with regard to plant-specific aspects.
• Take out work permit according to Sappi policy.
• Perform a 60-second risk assessment as per Sappi policy and procedures.
• Correct selection and use of tools for each job.
• Perform tasks as per generally accepted engineering practices.
• Create a safe work environment by identifying and managing risks associated with a task to be performed.
• Move and transport equipment in the workplace.
• Comply with SAP business processes.
• Fit, assemble, grind, and shape metal parts and sub-assemblies to maintain production machines and other equipment. 
• Install, test, connect, commission, and modify mechanical equipment.
• Perform plant maintenance and remedial work according to SAP notifications, work orders, and planned schedules, including during shuts. 
• Cover breakdowns after hours and on weekends on a standby basis.
• Report all defects and equipment risks to the direct supervisor.
• Scope and plan work orders as required.
• Draw spares from Stores using the picking list in SAP.
• Perform any other assigned tasks that fall within the scope of a Millwright.
• Required to work standby and overtime as required.
• Share knowledge with other Artisans in the section and in other areas of the plant.
• Install, test, connect, commission, maintain, and modify electrical equipment, wiring, and control systems as required. Examples include PLC, drives, and control equipment.
• Perform electrical maintenance or remedial work according to SAP notifications, work orders, and planned schedules, including during shuts.
• Complete notifications and work orders on the SAP system.
• Do fault finding on mechanical/ electrical systems during breakdown and effect the required repairs to keep downtime to a minimum.
• Complete daily and weekly inspections on mechanical/ electrical systems and their components according to a detailed checklist.
• Identify repairs required and recommend preventative maintenance to the foreman.
• Perform tests on AC and DC motors to determine the condition of the motor windings, insulation, and core lamination.
• Prepare status reports and activity logs as required.
• Understand and comply with the safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) requirements of the section.
• Comply and perform tasks as per the organisation's policies, procedures, and best operating practices.
• Participate in the investigation of SHEQ incidents on request and help to identify root causes for non-conformance. 
• Correct any deviations that relate to maintenance.
• Maintain a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times.

What are we looking for?

• Matric with Maths & Science or NQF Level 4 Qualification
• Recognised Millwright Trade Certificate (Manpower or SETA accredited)
• 2 years post apprentice experience
• Must have mechanical/electrical fault-finding experience in an industrial environment