Apprentice: Millwright

2 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Weir Group PLC Full time R80 000 - R120 000 per year

Job Title: Apprentice: Millwright
Division: Weir Minerals
Location: Isando
Onsite
Purpose of Role:
The position is responsible for the Electrical (Light and Heavy current), mechanical repair and maintenance of all machinery and equipment on the Weir Isando site under the supervision of a qualified artisan, while gaining practical skills and knowledge required to become a competent Millwright. This includes but is not limited to Foundry, Machine shop and Rubber plant.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future:
At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way:
Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong
: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Production & Maintenance: Attend and complete all theoretical and practical training modules as part of the apprenticeship; assist artisans with repairs, fault finding, and daily machine inspections; learn and apply basic PLC programming and automation to improve machinery and production efficiency.
  • Drawings & Design: Understand and interpret engineering machine drawings for maintenance tasks; compile and draw relevant sketches or designs as needed.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Work collaboratively with artisans, foremen, planners, and production staff; be open to giving and receiving regular feedback and value diverse perspectives.
  • Continuous Learning: Gain hands-on experience in industrial automation and apply sound knowledge to enhance plant operations and production lines.
  • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science passed.
  • Experience in production or maintenance environment will be advantageous.
  • Higher qualification (N5/N6 in Engineering) will be advantageous.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir's technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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