Head of Department, Control Systems and Digitization

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Department for Control Systems and Digitization in Pretoria, South Africa. The role involves overseeing control system design, ensuring project management quality, and leading a technical team. Candidates should hold an engineering degree and have extensive experience in industrial automation and project management. The position offers a dynamic workplace with challenging responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in industrial automation and 5+ years in project/management roles.
• Experience in FMCG, Food & Beverage, or Milling industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the control systems engineering team and manage project quality and timelines.
• Design cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs.
• Develop, test, and implement PLC and SCADA applications.
• Provide post-project support and training to clients.

Skills

PLC programming (Siemens, Schneider, Allen Bradley)

SCADA development (Aveva, Siemens, Rockwell)

Microsoft SQL

Analytical thinking

Leadership abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Systems, Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Head of Department, Control Systems and Digitization

Job Purpose

Oversee the design, development, and testing of control systems and operational technology, ensuring they meet client-specific requirements while managing both the technical and managerial aspects of the department.

Key Responsibilities

Managerial

• Lead the control systems engineering team, ensuring project quality, safety, and adherence to timelines.
• Manage system integration projects, ensuring profitability, timely delivery, and contract compliance.
• Liaise with other departments and clients for project coordination.
• Mentor team members, ensuring they meet training and certification standards.
• Report on project status, safety, and quality.

Technical

• Design cost-effective solutions that meet client needs.
• Prepare detailed designs and system architecture for software and communication network implementations.
• Develop, test, and implement PLC, SCADA/HMI, and operational technology applications.
• Create simulation applications for testing/training and ensure project quality standards.
• Provide post-project support, training, and client assistance for SLA and callouts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Systems, Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 5-10 years in industrial automation and 5+ years in project/management roles.
• Expertise in PLC programming (Siemens, Schneider, Allen Bradley, etc.) and SCADA development (Aveva, Siemens, Rockwell, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft SQL and Reporting Services.
• Familiarity with MES, BMS, EMS, and exposure to FMCG, Food & Beverage, or Milling industries is a plus.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Leadership abilities, adaptability, and the capacity to meet deadlines under pressure.

How to Apply

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