Field Service Technician – Instrumentation & SCADA (Remote/Travel)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Field Service Technician in Randburg, focusing on instrumentation and control systems. You will deliver on-site and remote support for automated industrial processes, install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain complex control systems to ensure peak performance and minimal downtime.

The role requires strong analytical and customer interaction skills, with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or national diploma in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 5 years' field service experience in instrumentation and control.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and industrial networks.
• Experience with SCADA systems and HMI development.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, valves).
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and networks.
• Calibrate and verify instruments for accuracy.
• Develop and modify control system logic as required.
• Provide technical support and training to client staff.
• Respond to emergency service calls with timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with engineering to identify improvements.
• Ensure safety standards and client site procedures are followed.
• Maintain service reports and equipment logs.
• Manage spare parts inventory and field tools.

Skills

Instrumentation & control

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Industrial networks

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI development

Job description

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Field Service Technician in Randburg, focusing on instrumentation and control systems. You will deliver on-site and remote support for automated industrial processes, install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain complex control systems to ensure peak performance and minimal downtime.

The role requires strong analytical and customer interaction skills, with travel across the region.