Field Service Technician

Pronel Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Africa is looking for a Field Service Technician to provide exceptional after-sales support and maintenance for automation equipment. Ideal candidates should possess a mechanical engineering diploma and be comfortable with PLC systems, enjoying technical problem-solving. This role requires extensive travel to client sites across Africa, offering opportunities for hands-on experience with advanced technology and international exposure.

Benefits

World-class nursery automation technology

International exposure

Continuous training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• N6 or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering required.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, pneumatics, and electrical principles preferred.
• Exposure to PLC systems, especially Siemens, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain nursery automation machines.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and provide client training.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems.
• Deliver on-site and remote technical support.
• Travel extensively to client sites across Africa.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Pneumatics expertise

PLC systems exposure

Problem-solving ability

Willingness to travel

Education

N6 or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Join a Leading Nursery Provider in Africa

We are seeking a hands‑on Field Service Technician to provide exceptional after‑sales support, machine maintenance, installations, and troubleshooting for clients across South Africa and other African regions. This opportunity is ideal for a young, ambitious, and mechanically inclined technician who enjoys travelling, problem‑solving, and working with advanced nursery automation equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain nursery automation machines and equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues
• Conduct preventative maintenance and provide client training
• Troubleshoot PLC‑controlled systems
• Deliver on‑site and remote technical support
• Travel extensively to client sites across Africa

Requirements

• N6 or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, pneumatics, and basic electrical principles
• Exposure to PLC systems (Siemens experience advantageous)
• Valid passport and willingness to travel regularly

Why Join Us?

• Work with world‑class nursery automation technology
• Gain international exposure across Africa
• Access continuous training and development opportunities

If you meet all the requirements please send your CV to: [e-mail]