Unilever: Millwright Apprentice 2024/2025
Unilever is offering a fantastic opportunity for unemployed youth to become an Millwright Apprentice at Khanyisa Factory. Apply today and develop your technical skills!
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
Job Location: Khanyisa Factory
Closing Date: July 23, 2024
Minimum Requirements:
Engineering Diploma and/or N3 (Mechanical & Electrical)
Role Description
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Apprentice Millwright at the Khanyisa Factory. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop your skills in both mechanical and electrical engineering.As an apprentice, you will be on a temporary assignment where you will learn and apply technical skills to support our business through both restorative and preventive maintenance. You will work closely with experienced facilitators and mentors who will guide you through your learning journey. Your role will involve completing various tasks as requested by the business, ensuring you gain a comprehensive understanding of the millwright trade.
Key Responsibilities
- Industry Exposure: Be prepared to work in both engineering and operations environments, gaining hands-on experience in real-world settings.
- Interpersonal Skills: Develop strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and other departments.
- Training Attendance: Commit to full-time attendance for all classroom and practical training sessions.
- Technical Tasks: Engage in mechanical and electrical tasks, applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios.
- Equipment Maintenance: Participate in on-the-floor equipment maintenance as outlined by the program details.
- Problem Solving: Take part in technical problem-solving activities, honing your analytical skills.
- Corrective Maintenance: Assist in the closure of tags as part of corrective maintenance activities, ensuring equipment is functioning optimally.
Candidate Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should be a team player who is fluent in English and prepared to work in challenging environments, including heights, noisy, and dusty conditions. You must also be willing to work shifts and extended hours when required.
Application Process
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your updated comprehensive CV, including your academic transcript, qualification certificate, and a copy of your ID. Applications can be submitted through our careers page at careers.unilever.com or via our Unilever LinkedIn profile.Important: Proof of qualification certificates must be attached to your CV. Statements of results will not be accepted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days from the date of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Additionally, if you do not attach the required supporting documentation by the closing date, your application will be disqualified.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Unilever, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to achieving our business goals and creating a better future for our employees, consumers, partners, and communities. We encourage every individual to bring their whole self to work, and we are dedicated to supporting you throughout your recruitment journey. If you require any support or access requirements, please let us know at the time of your application.
About the Millwright Profession
Millwrights are skilled tradespeople who specialize in the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial machinery and equipment. They work in various sectors, including factories, construction sites, and other industries that rely on large machinery. The role of a millwright is dynamic and involves using specialized tools such as welders and hydraulic bolters to align and replace machine parts
Millwright apprenticeships typically involve a combination of classroom education and on-the-job training. For example, in Alberta, the apprenticeship term is four years, including a minimum of 1560 hours of on-the-job training and eight weeks of technical training each year
This comprehensive training ensures that apprentices gain the necessary skills to become proficient in their trade.Millwrights must possess a blend of hard and soft skills. Hard skills include technical know-how such as machine assembly, welding, and blueprint reading. Soft skills involve interpersonal traits like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, which are crucial for working effectively with others
Conclusion
Joining Unilever as an Apprentice Millwright is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding career in the engineering field. If you meet the minimum requirements and are eager to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply and become part of our diverse and inclusive team.