Hybrid Industrial Automation Technician: PLC/SCADA expert

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Control Systems Technician for our client in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, DCS and SCADA systems, read P&ID diagrams, and ensure safety compliance.

The role offers a hybrid pattern with on-site duties and remote diagnostics, and opportunities for advanced training within Gauteng’s vibrant industrial landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in an industrial controls environment.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Proven troubleshooting and calibration skills for PLCs, electrical components and networks.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Calibrate instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow) and perform preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot faults in control systems and network infrastructure.
• Read P&ID diagrams and electrical schematics to implement control logic.
• Ensure safety compliance and standards in all control system operations.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to optimize performance and upgrade systems.
• Assist commissioning of new equipment and perform documentation of changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering / Industrial Automation qualification

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell RSLogix

HMI/SCADA

Profibus

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Control Systems Technician for our client in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, DCS and SCADA systems, read P&ID diagrams, and ensure safety compliance.

The role offers a hybrid pattern with on-site duties and remote diagnostics, and opportunities for advanced training within Gauteng’s vibrant industrial landscape.