Millwright

Work with modern, high-tech machinery that challenges and grows your technical skills. Join some of the most advanced production and processing facilities in Europe.

You will be responsible for:

• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical and electrical breakdowns

• Working on conveyor systems, robotics, packaging lines, and automated machinery

• Executing preventative and corrective maintenance

• Replacing bearings, motors, pumps, chains, sensors, relays, and controllers

• Participating in improvement projects to enhance machine reliability and efficiency

• Ensuring smooth handovers between shifts

• This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy a mix of mechanical, electrical, and automation exposure.

We represent several Dutch companies in the manufacturing and processing industry)

These organisations are known for:

• Ultra-modern production environments

• Strong commitment to innovation and sustainability

• Operations across multiple shifts and technical departments

• Continuous investment in training, upskilling, and career growth

You’ll be working in a technically challenging environment, solving breakdowns, optimising production lines, and contributing to world-class standards in engineering and operations.

• Qualified Millwright, Maintenance Technician or equivalent

• Red Seal, N4–N6, Soltech diploma, or similar technical qualification

• Minimum 3 years experience in a maintenance or technical environment

• Hands-on experience in both mechanical and electrical fault-finding

• Strong ability to respond to breakdowns swiftly

• Willing to work shifts

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans

• Valid driver’s licence

• Open to relocating and learning Dutch

• Relocation package

• Step-by-step assistance with your relocation processes and covered virtual sessions with our relocation experts.

• Visa application and 30% tax ruling application done by Ir Olav’s Globetrotters on your behalf.

• A great South African community is waiting for you in the Netherlands.

• Market-related salary. 8,33% holiday allowance.

• Dutch Government-authorized pension plan activated once you arrive in the Netherlands.

• One-on-one Dutch lessons up until company requirement where your partner can join lessons for free.

• Company laptop.

• Commitment for an indefinite contract with our client 

• Mentoring and coaching until you go over the payroll of our client

• Great on and offline events to meet your fellow Globetrotters and learn about the Netherlands, hosted by Ir Olav's Globetrotters.

• Pleasant working atmosphere, where you can be and stay yourself.

Are you just as excited as us about this role? Great! Then you're sure to be a good match! Applying for a job with us is very easy. Simply complete the application form below and one of our recruiters will be in touch!