Millwright - VKB Engineering Services, Barkly-West / Christiana
Job Description
The VKB Group is a proudly South African agricultural company, supporting farmers and producing farm fresh foods for consumers. Beyond our consumer brands, VKB is represented regionally by VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are deeply planted in farming, and over the years we've grown into a full service agribusiness, operating across the food supply chain - from farming support to processing, logistics, and national and international markets.
This "house of brands," built with the support of our farmer shareholders, is the foundation for the agribusiness of the future.
Our PurposeTouch lives - for the better. We strive to positively impact the lives of our employees, producers, clients, communities and the broader agricultural industry. By collaborating with dedicated people, we aim to create long lasting, meaningful change for South Africans.
Our Values- HUMBLE: We acknowledge that we are blessed.
- HUNGRY: We don't settle for mediocrity.
- BOLD: We do what is right, even when it's difficult.
- SMART: We think carefully before we act.
- TEAM PLAYERS: We achieve more together than alone.
We are looking for a qualified Millwright to join our Engineering Services team in Barkly-West / Christiana. You will play a crucial role in ensuring our plant and equipment run efficiently, reliably, and safely.
You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, and commissioning electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems - including electrical transmission and distribution equipment - while performing preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and downtime.
Key Responsibilities- Install, maintain, repair, and commission electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and systems at the plant, as well as work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment
- Reduce breakdowns and downtimes periods in the relevant business unit to limit unnecessary costs
- Perform preventative maintenance according to schedule, ensuring machinery operates optimally.
- Conduct fault finding and problem solving on electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Report breakdowns and machine failures to management; accurately complete job cards and daily log sheets.
- Continuously identify opportunities for improvement on equipment and installations.
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure quality of service and products.
- Mentor team members to follow standard processes and practices, ensuring efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Comply with VKB's Occupational Health and Safety standards.
- Complete all compulsory training interventions.
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
- Valid Trade Certificate: Millwright (essential).
- Strong mechanical and electrical experience (both fields essential).
- 3 6 Years relevant experience
- Code B driver's license.
- Must travel between Barkly West and Cristiana
- Clear criminal record.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
- Strong problem solving and fault finding skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Committed to continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
- VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
- VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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