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We are seeking a skilled and dependable Millwright to join an established engineering department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of electrical and mechanical machinery to ensure reliable production and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform planned preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
Conduct fault-finding on PLC-controlled machinery and HMI systems.
Maintain and repair servo motors, laser equipment and linear scales.
Inspect and repair electrical control boards and related components.
Attend to machine breakdowns promptly and minimize production downtime.
Install, test and commission machinery and equipment where required.
Identify recurring faults and recommend practical improvements.
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
Ensure tools, equipment and spare parts are used and stored correctly.
Work closely with production and engineering team members.
Comply with all health, safety and operational procedures.
Assist with general engineering projects and equipment upgrades.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualified Millwright with a recognized Trade Test.
Between three and five years’ relevant post-trade experience.
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding ability.
Practical experience working with:
PLC-controlled machinery
Servo motors
Laser equipment
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Electrical control boards
HMI screens
Linear scales
Able to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
Sound understanding of preventative maintenance practices.
Able to work independently and as part of an engineering team.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Reliable, safety-conscious and able to perform effectively under pressure.
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