Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Millwright will be responsible for the following including supporting the manufacturing requirements of the factory in Cape Town.

• Design, specify, investigate, trouble shoot, procure tooling and equipment for manufacturing processes.

• Participate on project teams. Contacts include all levels of Manufacturing.

• Product Engineering, tool shops, production maintenance. Consistent with Standards and established procedures to meet customers’ requirements.

• The individual is required to prepare quotations for the manager on manufacturing parts and repairs, and to tend to the after sales service requirements.

• Maintaining all relevant documentation and reports for work undertaken, consistent with company policies and quality assurance procedures and for maintaining and conforms to all necessary ESH requirements.

• Checking stock, unloading deliveries and checking equipment received.

• To keep workshop, tools and surrounding areas neat and clean.

• To assemble and maintain electrical control switchgear for water and sewerage facilities as per design drawings and consistent with standards, established procedures and relevant statutory regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to identify, locate and repair faults in electrical control equipment in the workshop and on customer sites.

• Ability to service electric motors, generators, submersible, end suction and multistage pumps.

• Be prepared to participate, if required, in a rostered after-hours emergency call-out system.

• This position is also responsible for maintaining records, consistent with procedures, for the filing of reports and for data entry.

• This position is also required to supervise and train any temporary labour in XYLEM procedures and practices and to lend support to staff when required,

• Receive and sign in repair and service work orders for products and ensure panels are correctly identified prior to assessment and quoting.

• Precisely assess the equipment for repair according to workshop manuals, parts lists and best working and engineering practices

• Provide timely and accurate advice and support to staff on workshop and product related issues, both orally and in writing where required.

• Maintain the shop in an environmentally safe and organized manner & ensure equipment & tools are maintained and used to standards required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• On site work in and out of SA.

• Carry out Millwright jobs and emergency work on pumps and associated equipment in the workshop and on customer sites.

• Carry out pump installations on customer sites, both mechanical and electrical.

• Dismantle and re-assemble small, medium and large pumps.

• Perform commissioning when required.

• Prepare reports.

• Provide quotations to manager for cost of repairs.

• Inspect and test products prior to dispatch to customers.

• Maintain written records for future reference and to comply with all Quality Assurance Procedures.

• Provide timely and accurate advice and support to staff and customers on service, workshop and product related issues both orally and in writing where required.

• Participate in branch meetings and provide input on workshop activities.

• Complete the task assignments provided by superior.

• Actively participate in audits for QA and ESH systems and practices.

REQUIREMENTS

• Completed Matric (Grade 12) plus Trade qualification.

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Millwright Section 13 trades person.

• Strong working knowledge in fitting & electrical, manufacturing.

• Strong technical background with field application pump experience.

• Computer literate and proficient in the MS office suite of programs.

• Exposure to auto electrical control circuits will be beneficial.

• Valid driver’s license code 08 or higher.

• Valid passport and willingness to travel.

• Must be based in Cape Town or willing to relocate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Customer orientated.

• Sales experience.

• Excellent problem solving ability and time management skills.

• Must be an excellent communicator, with experience working in a team environment.

• Result orientated, whilst still being committed to fulfilling the requirements of Xylem’s QA and ESH programs.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.