Automation Technician & Project Lead

Scholtz Partners International; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in Pretoria, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Automation Technician. You will lead, manage, and mentor a team of technicians and programmers, plan projects from initiation to commissioning, and conduct various quality checks. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree or diploma, have proven experience in PLC and robot programming, and exhibit strong leadership and project management skills. A valid driver's license and own transport are required.

Qualifications

• Proven PLC and robot programming experience, preferably in the automotive sector.
• Strong leadership, project coordination, and communication skills.
• Own transport and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor automation technicians and programmers.
• Plan and execute projects from initiation to commissioning and handover.
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, optimisation, and quality checks.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Degree or National Diploma in Electrical, Mechatronic, Industrial Automation

Tools

PLC programming

Robot programming

Job description

• Lead, manage, and mentor automation technicians and programmers
• Plan and execute projects from initiation to commissioning and handover
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, optimisation, and quality checks

Requirements:

• Degree or National Diploma in Electrical, Mechatronic, Industrial Automation, or relevant trade certificate
• Proven PLC and robot programming experience, preferably in the automotive sector
• Strong leadership, project coordination, and communication skills
• Own transport and a valid drivers licence

Automation Technician • Pretoria, South Africa