Automation Technician: PLCs, Robotics & SCADA | Training & Growth

Placements24; Bloemfontein; In loco; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training & certifications

Tools provided

Annual leave

Exposure to leading automation tech

Career growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, urgently seeks an Automation Technician to support our client, a leading industrial automation manufacturer, with installation, maintenance, and optimization of PLC/SCADA systems and robotics.

You'll work on electrical, mechanical, and software aspects, troubleshoot complex equipment, train staff, and contribute to continuous improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Competenze

• Diploma or degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Automation.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on Automation Technician experience.
• Proven PLC programming (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.

Mansioni

• Install, commission, and maintain automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software issues on production lines.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement system modifications.
• Develop and maintain wiring diagrams and operation manuals.
• Respond to malfunctions and minimize downtime with timely repairs.
• Conduct performance tests and QA checks on automated systems.
• Train production staff on operation and basic maintenance.
• Adhere to safety policies and drive continuous improvement.

Conoscenze

PLC programming

HMI development

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

SCADA systems

Data acquisition

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Communication skills

Formazione

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Industrial Automation

Strumenti

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI development tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, urgently seeks an Automation Technician to support our client, a leading industrial automation manufacturer, with installation, maintenance, and optimization of PLC/SCADA systems and robotics.

You'll work on electrical, mechanical, and software aspects, troubleshoot complex equipment, train staff, and contribute to continuous improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.