Electrical Technician: PLCs, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Bridgestone; Brits; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tyre manufacturer seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to work on-site in Brits, South Africa. This role involves providing technical assistance, performing preventive maintenance, and assembling electrical systems. Candidates should possess a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the electrical field, particularly in tyre manufacturing. The company offers a supportive onboarding experience and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Supportive onboarding experience

Opportunities for development and growth

Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Diverse and inclusive team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electrical field on rotation machinery.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the tyre manufacturing and automotive industry will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and resolution to Electrical Breakdowns.
• Carry out Preventive and Predictive Maintenance.
• Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data.
• Install and maintain electrical control systems and solid state equipment.
• Analyse and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.

Skills

Good knowledge of Programmable logic Controllers (PLC)

Understanding of production technology in tyre manufacturing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Trade Certificate in Electrical Engineering

Job description

A leading global tyre manufacturer seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to work on-site in Brits, South Africa. This role involves providing technical assistance, performing preventive maintenance, and assembling electrical systems. Candidates should possess a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the electrical field, particularly in tyre manufacturing. The company offers a supportive onboarding experience and commitment to diversity and inclusion.