Hybrid ICS Technician: SCADA/PLC/DCS Expert

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training programs

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Control Systems Technician in Mossel Bay to install, maintain, calibrate, and repair ICS across PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and DCS. You will help ensure system reliability and safety in critical industrial processes.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, knowledge of Modbus/Profibus/Ethernet/IP, and experience reading P&IDs and electrical schematics. A hybrid work arrangement is offered with on-site duties and remote monitoring.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years hands-on experience with ICS, SCADA, PLC or DCS.
• Experience with Siemens/Rockwell/Schneider platforms preferred.
• Strong understanding of Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP.
• Troubleshooting hardware and software in industrial environments.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics and control loop diagrams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for ICS environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• On-site Mossel Bay work with remote support flexibility.
• Technical qualification in Instrumentation, Control Systems, or Electrical Eng.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain ICS including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and DCS.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and calibration.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure security and integrity of the ICS network and data.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operations to optimize performance.
• Assist in upgrading and migrating existing ICS platforms.
• Respond to critical system alarms with timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide technical support and training to site personnel on ICS functions.

Skills

ICS experience

SCADA

PLC

DCS

Modbus

Profibus

Ethernet/IP

Troubleshooting

P&IDs reading

Electrical schematics

Control loop diagrams

Cybersecurity for ICS

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

On-site readiness

Education

Instrumentation, Control Systems, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens platforms

Rockwell Automation

Schneider Electric

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Control Systems Technician in Mossel Bay to install, maintain, calibrate, and repair ICS across PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and DCS. You will help ensure system reliability and safety in critical industrial processes.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, knowledge of Modbus/Profibus/Ethernet/IP, and experience reading P&IDs and electrical schematics. A hybrid work arrangement is offered with on-site duties and remote monitoring.