Heavy Machinery Field Technician Durban | Hybrid & Training

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tool allowance

Ongoing technical training

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to service industrial machinery in the Durban area. You will travel to client sites, perform on-site maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to keep heavy equipment operating at peak performance.

Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with diagnostic tools, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly to customers. A valid driving license and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Field Service Technician in heavy machinery.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and software.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within KwaZulu-Natal.
• Valid drivers license with clean record.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends/evenings.
• Relevant trade qualification or technical certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs on heavy industrial machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Communicate issues and solutions clearly to clients.
• Maintain service reports, parts inventories, and time logs.
• Adhere to safety protocols on client premises.
• Provide technical training to customer personnel.
• Manage service vehicle inventory and maintenance.
• Collaborate with technical support to resolve equipment problems.
• Stay updated on product knowledge through training.
• Ensure efficient use of time to meet SLAs.

Skills

Field service

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostics tools

Customer communication

Time management

Travel willingness

Driving license

Education

Trade qualification or technical certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Blueprints interpretation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to service industrial machinery in the Durban area. You will travel to client sites, perform on-site maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to keep heavy equipment operating at peak performance.

Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with diagnostic tools, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly to customers. A valid driving license and willingness to travel are essential.