Hybrid Industrial Controls Technician: PLC/HMI Expert

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 240,000 - 420,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for an Industrial Controls Technician in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The hybrid role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated control systems in manufacturing environments, using PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.

Strong electrical and programming skills are essential to diagnose and resolve issues. Candidates should have a Diploma/NTC in Electrical Engineering Technology or Industrial Automation and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with

Qualifications

Diploma or NTC in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation or related field.
Minimum 3 years in industrial controls, PLC programming and HMI development.
Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal and Allen-Bradley Studio 5000.
Experience with WinCC and FactoryTalk View for HMI/SCADA.

Responsibilities

Install, commission and maintain industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and VFDs.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and software issues in automated systems.
Program and configure PLCs and HMIs from multiple manufacturers.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs and control designs.
Perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
Ensure installations comply with safety standards and regulations.
Collaborate with engineers and production staff on improvements.
Maintain documentation of configurations, logic and maintenance.
Respond to control system failures with timely resolutions.
Stay updated on advances in industrial automation technologies.