Automation Technician: PLC Programming & Plant Improvements

Oxyon People Solutions; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical solutions provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Electrician with automation skills for their Polokwane location. The role involves electrical fault finding, PLC programming, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates must be qualified electricians with at least 5 years of experience and a minimum N4 electrical qualification. This position emphasizes teamwork in plant improvements and may require overtime and standby work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with a focus on Automation.
• Minimum of 5 years as a Technician/Electrician.
• Able to work on 3 phase 400V supplies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical fault finding and programming.
• Plan and execute new automation projects.
• Perform preventative maintenance and upgrades.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

PLC programming

Preventative maintenance

SCADA applications development

Education

N4 electrical qualification

Job description

A leading technical solutions provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Electrician with automation skills for their Polokwane location. The role involves electrical fault finding, PLC programming, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates must be qualified electricians with at least 5 years of experience and a minimum N4 electrical qualification. This position emphasizes teamwork in plant improvements and may require overtime and standby work.