Farm Machinery Technician — Diagnostics & Maintenance

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Well-equipped workshop

Overtime eligibility

Training program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Experienced Agricultural Equipment Technician to join our client in Richards Bay. You will service and repair a wide range of agricultural machinery, ensuring reliability and safety for daily farm operations.

The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostic skills, along with the ability to read manuals, schematics, and blueprints. A valid driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Equipment Technician, preferably with agricultural machinery.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics on tractors, harvesters, planters, and other farm machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Operate diagnostic equipment to identify faults and repairs.
• Maintain service records and spare parts inventory.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostic skills

Electrical diagnostic skills

Hydraulic diagnostic skills

Safety minded

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Experienced Agricultural Equipment Technician to join our client in Richards Bay. You will service and repair a wide range of agricultural machinery, ensuring reliability and safety for daily farm operations.

The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic diagnostic skills, along with the ability to read manuals, schematics, and blueprints. A valid driver's license is essential.