National Oilwell Varco Millwright Apprenticeship



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National Oilwell Varco Apprenticeships in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape


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As a millwright Apprentice to learn the trade of Millwright, practical & theoretical, and to pass trade tests by on-the-job training and trade school.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Must be proficient with and have passed Matric
  • Same practical work as specified under Trainee Millwright, Mechanical, Fitter, Electrical Operator
  • Complete theoretical & practical syllabus as per training modules


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  • Exposure to practical on-the-job training
  • Must be able to pass theoretical and practical tests for the different levels as per training program
  • Explanation of works instructions (shop docs) and facilitating work flow by reading of drawing details and executing the work instructions as per the work management system.
  • Assisting in issuing of maintenance processes.
  • Effectively report any HSE or productivity issues through the correct channels
  • Work to achieve high quality in the turning of component parts
  • Be proficient in the use of all machining equipment used in the Maintenance Department
  • Work to weekly production schedule highlighting any key areas which may prevent achieving daily targets
  • Interpret maintenance procedures, engineering drawings from sketches, materials and electronic images identifying the most efficient, cost effective solution without compromising quality or safety
  • Maintain maintenance traceability
  • Follow recognised procedures for issuing and returning of maintenance consumables from stores
  • Notify the Supervisor of any mistakes, omissions or alterations necessary to drawings or bills of material
  • Contribute to the development of systems and improvement in working practices and processes
  • Accurately complete details on time sheets/Kronos electronic timekeeping - return them to the Supervisor on completion of a job
  • Participate in resolving assembly and production issues
  • Complete regular preventive maintenance
  • Report malfunctions to Maintenance as needed
  • Maintain production area housekeeping 5S
  • Minimize waste by using/disposing of raw materials and consumable items efficiently


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SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Strategic

  • Able to understand, evaluate and apply technical information and functional skills
  • Capable of keeping abreast of an evolving portfolio of products, services and systems
  • Has solutions and suggestions that are effective in addressing the problem at hand

Operating

  • Able to apportion time effectively to complete tasks
  • Be willing to provide colleagues with the information they need to complete their tasks and eliminate roadblocks

  • Energy and Drive

  • Will be energized by challenges and drawn towards opportunities

  • Personal and Interpersonal

  • Imbued with a strong sense of customer focus
  • A candid team player who collaborates with peers to solve
  • Will hear people out and absorb the speaker's message before responding or acting

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Qualifications:

  • Technical Grade 12 with Maths (Standard or Higher Grade); Science (Standard or Higher Grade)
  • Any other trade related subjects to a Grade 12 level



Experience: n/a


Skills, training or special knowledge

  • Good people skills
  • Attention to details
  • Ability and willingness for learning



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