Automation Field Technician: Onsite & Hybrid Support

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician specializing in Automation Systems to join our client’s team. You will install, service, and troubleshoot automated machinery on client sites, with some remote administration.

The role blends on-site work with administrative tasks, requiring 3+ years in field service of industrial automation and a valid driver’s license. You’ll read schematics, PLC logic, and support customers to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on field service experience in industrial automation.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical controls, motor drives and PLC systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service automated machinery and control systems according to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics and troubleshooting on electrical, mechanical and PLC-based systems.
• Identify and resolve malfunctions to minimize downtime for clients.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Time management

Education

N3/N4 Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics trade training

Tools

PLC diagnostics tools

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician specializing in Automation Systems to join our client’s team. You will install, service, and troubleshoot automated machinery on client sites, with some remote administration.

The role blends on-site work with administrative tasks, requiring 3+ years in field service of industrial automation and a valid driver’s license. You’ll read schematics, PLC logic, and support customers to minimize downtime.