Crane Field Service Technician

Ultra Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Field Service Technician for the KZN region, specializing in the commissioning and maintenance of cranes. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, at least 5 years of experience, and significant expertise with cranes. You will oversee commissioning activities, perform troubleshooting, and ensure compliance with safety standards while providing outstanding customer support.

Qualifications

• Proven technical skills with hands-on experience in industrial automation.
• Minimum 5 years experience in commissioning, servicing, and maintenance of large industrial systems.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commissioning, testing, and handover of STS, RTG & RMG cranes.
• Provide field service support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for cranes.
• Conduct routine maintenance and diagnostics on cranes.

Skills

Cranes experience

Technical problem solving

Customer support & training

Collaboration

Compliance & safety

Education

Degree / NQF6 or NQF7 or Diploma

Tools

PLC software systems

Variable speed inverter drives

Job description

SUMMARY :

Leading organisation who supply Maritime Cranes & Construction Machines requires a Field Service Technician for KZN. Cranes experience is essential.

POSITION INFO :

Degree / NQF6 or NQF7 or Diploma

Proven technical skills with hands-on experience working with industrial automation, drive systems, and H.V equipment.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the commissioning, servicing, and maintenance of large industrial systems.

Cranes experience is essential

Reporting to the Customer Service Team Leader - Container Cranes, the Field Service Technician - Commissioning is responsible for overseeing the commissioning, testing, and handover of STS, RTG & RMG Cranes.

This includes managing on-site commissioning activities to ensure cranes are operational, meet customer specifications, and are handed over successfully.

In addition, the role involves providing field service support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for cranes.

The Commissioning Engineer will collaborate closely with internal teams and customers to ensure project deliverables are met, technical issues are resolved efficiently, and client satisfaction is maintained.

Regular travel around KZN is a key component of this position.

Commissioning & Handover of STS, RMG & RTG cranes

Technical Problem solving

Customer support & Training

Collaboration and reporting

Compliance & Safety

Commissioning Responsibilities :

Represent the company on-site as a member or leader of the commissioning team.

Collaborate with design, production, service, and installation departments to ensure seamless commissioning.

Oversee on-site commissioning after installation.

Manage the commissioning, testing, and successful handover of cranes to customers.

Complete all testing procedures and finalize handover documentation in line with project requirements.

Prepare and present comprehensive technical reports post-project completion.

Execute the following commissioning activities :

Start-up, verification, and optimization of hardware systems.

Calibration and testing of variable speed inverter drives up to 1 MW.

Testing, verification, and debugging of PLC software systems.

Conducting handover and performance testing of completed machines.

Providing training and support to customer personnel on crane operation and maintenance.

Field Service Responsibilities :

Perform troubleshooting and repairs of mechanical, electrical, and control system issues on cranes.

Conduct routine maintenance, diagnostics, and software updates to ensure optimal crane performance.

Respond promptly to customer calls for on-site technical support or emergency breakdowns.

Ensure that all repairs and services comply with company standards and safety regulations.

Act as a liaison between customers and the company, providing feedback for continuous product improvement.

Provide guidance and mentoring to junior technicians on-site.

Assist in evaluating and improving service and maintenance protocols.