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Deadline date:
September 22, 2025

Job Description


RPO’s client is seeking a qualified Millwright to join a leading steel and metals manufacturing company based in Germiston, Gauteng.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established industrial operation known for its technical innovation, robust engineering environment, and commitment to safety and production excellence. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on tradesman with strong fault-finding, maintenance, and breakdown response capabilities.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on heavy machinery and production lines

  • Conduct fault finding and root cause analysis on equipment failures

  • Complete breakdown response and repair work promptly to reduce downtime

  • Execute scheduled inspections and preventative maintenance tasks

  • Maintain equipment logs and service records in line with maintenance plans

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

  • Report hazards, near-misses, and actively participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings

  • Support the production team with equipment readiness and troubleshooting

  • Liaise with external service providers and suppliers when necessary


Minimum Requirements

  • Trade Test Certificate as a Millwright 

  • Relevant technical or electrical/mechanical qualification

  • Minimum 3–5 years of post-trade experience in a steel or metals manufacturing environment

  • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills

  • Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and heavy industrial machinery

  • Willingness to work shifts, overtime, or respond to call-outs as needed


Ready to join a fast-paced, high-impact engineering team in the steel industry?
Email your CV to: manufacturing@rpo-recruit.za.com or visit rporecruitment.co.za
You can also connect with Joshua Murphy at joshua.murphy@rporecruitment.us or on LinkedIn.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 days. Otherwise, we’ll keep your details on file for future roles.