Electronic Technician

ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced technician in Tzaneen, South Africa. The ideal candidate should possess electronic and IT knowledge along with an Electro-mechanical Trade Test. Responsibilities include installing and commissioning machinery, providing after-sales service, and assisting with packhouse adjustments. A valid driver’s license and bilingual proficiency in Afrikaans and English are required. This role offers negotiable remuneration based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have electronic and IT knowledge or experience.
• Electro-mechanical Trade Test (e.g. Millwright) or equivalent required.
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Install, train, and commission new machinery.
• Provide after-sales service for electronic and IT assistance.
• Assist packhouses with machine adjustments for fruit sorting.
• Handle customer queries and complaints.

Skills

Electronic and IT knowledge or experience

PLC and programming experience

Technical experience with industrial electricity and IT

Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English)

Valid driver’s licence

Education

Electro-mechanical Trade Test or equivalent

Job description

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

ElecTech01

Date posted:

Friday, June 27, 2025

Location:

Tzaneen, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:

Requirements: Electronic and IT knowledge or experience Electro-mechanical Trade Test (e.g. Mi

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• Electronic and IT knowledge or experience
• Electro-mechanical Trade Test (e.g. Millwright) or equivalent
• PLC and programming experience will be advantageous
• Technical experience with industrial electricity and IT
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English)
• Valid driver’s licence and valid/renewable passport
• Willing to travel (mostly within South Africa; international travel occasionally required)
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Install, train, and commission new machinery from start to finish, focusing on:
• IT: Wiring connections
• Electronics: Setup, testing, and training
• Reduce minor stoppages and operational downtime by providing after-sales service:
• Electronic & IT assistance (software, hardware, OS)
• Electrical repairs
• Assist packhouses with machine adjustments for sorting various fruits and vegetables:
• Citrus, Avocado, Tomato, Blueberry, Cherry Apple, Stone Fruits, Mango, etc.
• Handle and follow up on customer queries and complaints; provide detailed feedback to improve technical solutions
• Promote a "learn from experience" culture by sharing and reapplying technical knowledge within the team
  

Remuneration: Negotiable based on experience