Heavy Machinery Field Service Engineer — On-Site Travel

Placements24; East London; Presencial; ZAR 350.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Per diem

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training

Annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer to perform on-site installation, maintenance and repair of heavy industrial machinery across the Eastern Cape. This role demands strong problem-solving, hands-on diagnostics and the ability to travel frequently to client sites.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults, interpret drawings, document service reports and provide technical guidance to customers, ensuring optimal uptime and safety on diverse equipment.

Formación

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with heavy industrial machinery.
• Strong diagnostic and hands-on repair capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Perform on-site installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy industrial machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on complex equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance for optimal performance and longevity.
• Provide technical guidance and training to customers on operation and maintenance.
• Respond to service calls promptly and minimize downtime.
• Prepare detailed service reports, documenting work, parts, and recommendations.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and tools for field operations.
• Adhere to safety policies and customer site regulations.
• Maintain communication with service department, engineering team, and clients.
• Identify product improvement opportunities from field feedback and report to engineering.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Educación

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Diagnostic tools

Test equipment

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer to perform on-site installation, maintenance and repair of heavy industrial machinery across the Eastern Cape. This role demands strong problem-solving, hands-on diagnostics and the ability to travel frequently to client sites.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults, interpret drawings, document service reports and provide technical guidance to customers, ensuring optimal uptime and safety on diverse equipment.