Gaming Technician (Worcester)

Sun International; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming and hospitality company in Worcester is seeking a Gaming Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing gaming equipment, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and delivering excellent customer service. Candidates should possess an N5 certificate and have experience in the gaming industry. This position requires physical stamina and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a technician will be an advantage.
• Experience in the gaming industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve customer disputes.
• Perform audits and ensure compliance with gaming standards.
• Maintain and repair gaming equipment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

Dealing with Customers

Gaming Component Knowledge

Proficient computer skills

English verbal communication skills

Education

N5 National Electronic Certificate (light current)

S2 or National Electronic Diploma (light current)

Job description

Overview

Job title: Gaming Technician (Worcester)

Job Location: Western Cape, Worcester

Deadline: September 14, 2025

Job Purpose

Responsible to investigate, audit and identify gaming product deviations and effect advanced repairs and product configuration to all gaming related equipment, in line with internal professional standards and gaming regulations.

Key Performance Areas

Gaming Product

• Refer to the work output task register for detailed tasks.
• Cleaning, servicing, replacing, repairing, testing components of EGMS, Gaming Kiosks, Displays, Online systems, cabling, progressives, card reader, keypads, IView screen, note acceptor, EGM bases, Gaming Table Equipment, Signage, cashiering equipment, marketing and promotional equipment, audio / video.
• Record and prioritise all job cards.
• Move and place EGMs.
• Configure gaming equipment.
• Knowledge sharing on gaming products.
• Writing technical manuals as per operational requirements.

Gaming Technical Standards

• Clean-up move location.
• Keep workshop tidy and safe.
• Clean, store and secure equipment.

Customer Service

• Investigate and resolve customer disputes.
• Provides accurate guest information including promotional information.
• Greets guests with a friendly smile, eye contact on arrival, friendly goodbye and treated with respect at all times.
• Guest Interaction and Service.
• Contact suppliers for technical support where relevant.

Audit and Investigations

• Auditing and investigating (Refer to the work output task register).
• Jackpot exceptions
• Count variances
• Machine performance check
• Other auditing as per operational requirements
• Reports variances and make recommendations.
• Communicated and follow-up to ensure all corrective actions are implemented.

Reporting and Administration

• Analytical Reports
• Shift reports
• Month end feedback reports.
• Note acceptor reports.
• Card acceptance reports.
• Power Supply voltage report.
• Suspicious meter movement reports.
• Card update failures.
• Network stats checks.
• Captures relevant data.
• Ensures RGP information is displayed.

Work Conditions and Special Requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements
• Physically able to work and stand for long periods of time
• Physically able to move machines
• Meet the requirements for a gambling gaming licence and FICA

Requirements

Education

• N5 National Electronic Certificate (light current) with relevant experience or
• S2 or National Electronic Diploma (light current) or
• Equivalent qualification

Experience

• 1 year experience as a technician will be an advantage.
• Experience in the gaming industry is preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

Core & Personal behavioural competencies

• Analytical skills
• Problem Solving
• Collecting Information (listening; asking questions)
• Dealing with Customers
• Checking
• Following Instructions
• Emotional resilience
• Presentable

Technical / proficiency competencies

• Gaming Component Knowledge
• Gaming Component Servicing & repairs
• System auditing & investigations
• English verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Engineering / Technical jobs