Field Service Engineer - Power Systems

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Company vehicle

Travel allowances

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Field Service Engineer to support Polokwane and surrounding regions. You will provide on-site technical support for power generation and distribution equipment, troubleshoot complex issues, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure reliable energy assets.

The role requires at least 5 years in field service, strong diagnostic skills, and excellent customer service. Travel across Limpopo is expected, with a focus on maintaining power reliability for clients.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a field service role.
• Strong troubleshooting for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Limpopo province and potentially beyond.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and repair of power generation and distribution equipment, including generators, switchgear, and control systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, preventative inspections, and diagnostic testing to ensure equipment reliability.
• Install, commission, and test new equipment and systems as per manufacturer specifications and client requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely and effective solutions to clients.
• Maintain detailed service reports, document findings, and manage spare parts inventory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Skills

Field service engineering

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and technically adept Field Service Engineer to join their power systems team, serving the Polokwane and surrounding regions. This role is integral to providing on-site technical support, maintenance, and repair services for a range of power generation and distribution equipment. You will be the face of the company to clients, ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of their energy assets. The ideal candidate possesses strong diagnostic skills, excellent customer service abilities, and a willingness to travel extensively within Limpopo to support critical energy infrastructure operations. This is a key role in maintaining power reliability across the province.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and repair of power generation and distribution equipment, including generators, switchgear, and control systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, preventative inspections, and diagnostic testing to ensure equipment reliability.
• Install, commission, and test new equipment and systems as per manufacturer specifications and client requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely and effective solutions to clients.
• Maintain detailed service reports, document findings, and manage spare parts inventory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a field service role, preferably within the power generation or industrial equipment sector.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Limpopo province and potentially beyond.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with travel allowances and potential performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance for business travel.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A challenging yet rewarding role contributing to the energy sector in South Africa.