An excellent career opportunity exists for interested and qualified candidates to apply for the above-mentioned position at Namib Mills (Pty) Ltd, Windhoek.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To perform skilled mechanical and electrical maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all plant equipment, ensuring continuous and efficient operations. The role includes routine and preventative maintenance, standby availability, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Millwright Duties:
- Effective maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.
- Fault finding, diagnosis, and rectification.
- Timely reporting of plant defects to Workshop Foreman.
- Maintain and update electronic, electrical, and mechanical documentation.
- Organise spare parts procurement and stock control.
- Maintain hardware and software documentation archives.
- Define and update documentation and equipment standards.
- Provide 24/7 standby support on a rotational basis.
Routine and Preventative Maintenance:
- Adhere to all work instructions and safety procedures.
- Complete job cards and timesheets accurately and timeously.
- Ensure equipment maintenance is carried out to standard and in scheduled time.
Safety and Housekeeping:
- Adhere to all work instructions and safety procedures.
- Complete job cards and timesheets accurately and timeously.
- Ensure equipment maintenance is carried out to standard and in scheduled time.
Standby:
- Provide accurate and timeous feedback after any call-out.
- Maintain availability and readiness during standby periods.
Ad Hoc Responsibilities:
- Supervise and guide assistants according to company training standards.
- Deliver on-the-job training as needed.
- Attend to emergency call-outs promptly.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) with recognized Trade Certificate in the relevant trade (Millwright or Electrical).
- Minimum 3 years’ post-trade experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
OTHER
- Strong mechanical and instrumentation background.
- Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems (mandatory).
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must be a Namibian citizen.
- Proficient in English (written and spoken).
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and at external depots when required.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Well disciplined.
- Hardworking.
- Cooperativeness.
- Reliable.
Closing Date: 01 October 2026
