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About Artisan Careers

Artisan Careers is a pioneering platform for professionally qualified & skilled Artisanal tradespersons. We proactively source, screen top candidates through our talent pipeline development process for top employers and create access to career opportunities.

Why Choose Millwright Technician as a Career Pathway ?

A career as a Millwright Technician is a specialized role within the broader field of millwrights, focusing on the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. Millwright Technicians work in various industries, including manufacturing, power generation, construction, and more, ensuring that machinery operates efficiently and safely. Possible career pathways are Apprenticeship, Journeyman Millwright Technician, Specializing in specific types of machinery, such as CNC machines, turbines, or automated systems and Supervisory Roles.

Core Responsibilities 

• Install new machinery and equipment, ensuring correct alignment and setup.
• Conducting routine preventive inspections and maintenance to prevent machinery breakdowns.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and performing repairs on machinery and equipment.
• Calibrate and align machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Fabricate and modifying machine parts as needed.
• Interpret blueprints and Schematic technical drawings to understand machinery layouts and specifications.
• Follow safety and compliance protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent, N6 or equivalent Millwright Qualification and completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational training in Millwright work.
• Qualified Trade Test Millwright Certificate.
• 3-5 years’ experience as a dedicated Millwright Technician.
• Relevant certifications in machinery maintenance, safety, and possibly welding or machining.
• Computer literacy – MS Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.

Core Competencies 

• Mechanical skills: strong understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Technical proficiency: ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Precision and attention to detail: high level of accuracy in measuring, aligning, and installing equipment.
• Problem-solving abilities: strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and fix mechanical issues.
• Physical fitness: ability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving heavy equipment.

Join our Talent Pipeline, Register or Apply

For secure registration, application, or to join our talent pipeline, visit our career page at Artisan Careers. Artisan Careers is a division of Think-Career™ Group and a proud member of APSO.

Disclaimer

At Artisan Careers, we will ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability, or age; nor be disadvantaged by any other conditions or requirements which are irrelevant.