Industrial Automation Field Technician — On‑Site Pro

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 248,000 - 358,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Training

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service industrial automation systems on-site. You will install, maintain, and repair robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and conveyors, while ensuring minimal disruption to client operations and building strong client relationships.

The role requires reading schematics, troubleshooting electro-mechanical issues, and providing on-site training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience with industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics and blueprints.
• Strong customer service and on-site communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair automation systems (robotics, PLCs, HMIs, conveyors).
• Diagnose and resolve on-site issues with minimal disruption to client operations.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability.
• Conduct system testing, calibration, and validation post-installation or repair.
• Provide technical training and support to client personnel.

Skills

Electrical schematics

On-site support

Customer service

Time management

Troubleshooting

Robotics

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Industrial robotics

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to service industrial automation systems on-site. You will install, maintain, and repair robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and conveyors, while ensuring minimal disruption to client operations and building strong client relationships.

The role requires reading schematics, troubleshooting electro-mechanical issues, and providing on-site training.