Millwright Apprentice
Company: Universal Paper and Plastics
Department: Maintenance
Purpose of the Position
Universal Paper and Plastics is seeking a Millwright Apprentice to support the maintenance function by ensuring that all machinery and equipment are maintained in a safe, reliable, and efficient condition. The role focuses on reducing downtime, minimising maintenance costs, and extending asset life across the Roll, Serviette, and Ink Factories. The successful candidate will be required to perform standby duties and be available after hours when operational needs arise.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Engineering, Electrical & Mechanical Support
• Use electrical measuring and testing instruments
• Perform soft soldering, crimping, and cable jointing
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts
• Service motor control systems and AC drives
• Conduct motor alignment and pump maintenance
• Wire control panels, including panel layout, trunking, wiring, commissioning, and testing
• Maintain and clean electrical panels and distribution boards
• Support artisans with replacement of AC control gear and fuses
• Fault finding on control panels, relays, contactors, circuit breakers, motor control gear, and distribution boards
• Install and replace lighting fittings
• Maintain, repair, and test electrical machines, protective devices, and lighting systems
Fabrication, Welding & Mechanical Work
• Perform hand filing, grinding, welding, and brazing of metal parts
• Use surface grinders to finish fabricated components
Electrical Design & Installation
• Design and wire panels, starters, motors, and electrical distribution systems
• Wire and test single-phase and three-phase motor circuits including:
• Capacitor start motors (forward and reverse)
• Capacitor start and run motors
• Star-delta starters
• Direct-on-line starters
• Motor protection relays
Hydraulic, Pneumatic & HVAC Support
• Fault find and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic panels
• Change valves and top up hydraulic oil
• Service air conditioning units
• Fault finding on relay panels and electrical diagram panels
Health, Safety & Supervision
• Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Perform all maintenance work under supervision of a qualified artisan
• Apprentices are not permitted to sign off work permits or safety documentation
Knowledge & Skills Required
• Institutional training in a relevant engineering discipline
• Understanding of basic Health and Safety protocols
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills
Minimum Requirements
• N2 qualification in a relevant trade theory
• Completed institutional (workshop) training
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following:
• Updated CV
• Proof of qualifications
Email applications to:
Shamiek Narrandes
snarrandes@upap.co.za
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
