Senior Millwright

RPO's client is seeking a qualified Senior Millwright to join an electrical automation business based in New Germany, Pinetown. The successful candidate will work independently, carrying out mechanical and electrical repairs from start to finish. This role requires handling breakdown circumstances and a strong willingness to work with urgency to resolve faults on equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the company in all technical aspects.
• Disassembly and assembly of electrical motors (AC permanent magnet and DC motors).
• Removal and replacement of bearings, checking bearing housings for damage.
• Changing of mechanical seals, pressure testing of water jackets, and any other mechanical work required on motors.
• Carry out electrical windings analysis to diagnose faulty motor windings.
• Complete training on encoder alignment technology.
• Carry out encoder diagnostics and testing (training provided).
• Replacement of encoders and carrying out encoder alignments (training provided).
• Run testing of repaired motors on a VSD.
• Run testing of repaired VSDs.
• Site work to remove or install VSDs.
• Logging labor and parts onto job management system.
• Provide fault diagnosis feedback to management or sales team.

Requirements:

• Millwright qualification or electrical and mechanical trade certification.
• Mechanical and electrical experience with AC motors.
• Experience with VSDs is advantageous.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Mature approach to resolving workshop-related issues.
• A strong drive to work with urgency and under pressure.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the company.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. 

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