Hybrid Automation Systems Technician PLCs Robotics SCADA

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund

Training facilities

International certifications

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an Automation Systems Technician for our Centurion, Gauteng team. This hybrid role involves installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electronics, control systems, and programming, with the ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on experience with industrial automation.
• Experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA systems in industrial environments.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and support on-site installations.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission automation hardware and software (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, industrial networks).
• Perform maintenance and diagnostic checks on automated systems to ensure performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot automation control systems, identify root causes, and implement solutions.

Skills

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

HMI/SCADA

Robotics programming

Industrial networks

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

WinCC

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an Automation Systems Technician for our Centurion, Gauteng team. This hybrid role involves installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electronics, control systems, and programming, with the ability to travel to client sites as needed.