Field Automation Technician - Vehicle, Growth & On-Call

Sage Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse industries

Team culture and social events

Professional network of engineers and

Job summary

SAGE Automation, part of the SAGE Group, is Australia's leading independent automation and control systems integrator. An experienced Automation Technician is sought for our Adelaide Service team to deliver responsive field service, maintenance, and commissioning across SA.

You will troubleshoot, install, and support projects with a strong customer‑focus, collaborating with engineers and technicians in a dynamic, on‑site role.

Qualifications

• A current SA Electrical Licence or equivalent is essential.
• Proven experience in industrial electrical installation and commissioning.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with PLC/SCADA platforms.
• A safety‑first mindset and commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver responsive service and technical support across SA, including remote diagnostics and on‑site fault finding.
• Attend breakdowns and provide practical, high‑quality solutions in the field.
• Plan and perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Support electrical installations and assist with commissioning works.
• Collaborate with the service team and build client relationships.
• Participate in rotating after hours on‑call roster.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Remote diagnostics

Customer focus

Communication skills

Safety first

PLC/SCADA troubleshooting

Education

SA Electrical Licence

Instrument control cert (III/IV)

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

Citect SCADA

Ignition

Job description

SAGE Automation, part of the SAGE Group, is Australia's leading independent automation and control systems integrator. An experienced Automation Technician is sought for our Adelaide Service team to deliver responsive field service, maintenance, and commissioning across SA.

You will troubleshoot, install, and support projects with a strong customer‑focus, collaborating with engineers and technicians in a dynamic, on‑site role.