Experienced Millwright Hourly Pay in South Africa

The average hourly pay for an Experienced Millwright in South Africa is R175.53.

10%

R115.84

MEDIAN

R175.53

90%

R216.25

Hourly Rate

R116 - R216

Bonus

R12,822 - R41,084

Profit Sharing

R0 - R15,000

Total Pay

R250,143 - R534,748

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Job Description for Millwright

Millwrights are responsible for installing and maintaining machinery which is used in multiple industries. This job requires carrying out heavy construction work, so the ability to perform physical labor, such as carrying heavy items and operating hand and power tools, is essential. Some jobs also involve working in confined areas, so some bending, squatting, and stooping may also be necessary. Millwrights analyze and interpret layout plans, drawings, and blueprints in order to install equipmen…Read more

Millwright Tasks

Dismantle machines.
Construct foundation for machines.
Move machinery and equipment.
Assemble and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors and tram rails.
Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.

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Popular Skills for Millwright

Maintenance

R168

107 responses

Troubleshooting

R185

46 responses

Plant Maintenance

R183

43 responses

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) / Automation

R177

40 responses

Electronic Troubleshooting

R173

34 responses

Skills in Troubleshooting, Plant Maintenance and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) / Automation are correlated to pay that is above average. Skills that pay less than market rate include Electronic Troubleshooting and Maintenance.

Pay by Experience Level for Millwright

An entry-level Millwright with less than 1 year experience can expect to earn an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of R79.44 based on 38 salaries. An early career Millwright with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation of R98.48 based on 390 salaries. A mid-career Millwright with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of R145.06 based on 309 salaries. In their late career (20 years and higher), employees earn an average total compensation of R156.