Hybrid PLC & HMI Automation Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Hybrid role with on-site in Pretoria

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Industrial Control Systems Technician to install, program, maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems across automated processes.

You will read electrical schematics, work closely with engineering, travel to client sites, and provide remote support from a central office. A strong electronics and automation background is essential, with a willingness to operate both on-site and remotely.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in Siemens S7 and Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Experience with HMI software development and industrial networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Program and modify PLC logic (e.g., Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley) for various industrial applications.
• Develop and troubleshoot HMI interfaces and graphical representations of processes.
• Perform preventative maintenance on control systems to ensure operational reliability and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to industrial automation and control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and modifications.
• Respond to urgent service requests, providing timely and effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of system configurations, modifications, and service activities.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety standards and company protocols.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA

Electrical schematics reading

Education

National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

WinCC

FactoryTalk View

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Industrial Control Systems Technician to install, program, maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems across automated processes.

You will read electrical schematics, work closely with engineering, travel to client sites, and provide remote support from a central office. A strong electronics and automation background is essential, with a willingness to operate both on-site and remotely.