Industrial Automation Technician – Robotics & PLC (On‑Site)

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an Industrial Automation Technician to maintain and optimize automated production lines. You will troubleshoot robotics and PLC systems, perform preventive maintenance, and install/commission new automation equipment in a hands-on, safety-conscious role.

Ideal candidates have a National Diploma in electrical/mechatronics with 4+ years of automation experience, including Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLCs and FANUC/KUKA/ABB robotics.

Qualifications

• Requires technical hands-on ability in electrical/electronic automation and safety-aware work practices.
• Experience with robotics and PLC systems in industrial settings is essential.
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automated machinery including robotic arms and PLCs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance and minimize breakdowns.
• Install, configure, and commission new robotic and PLC systems and read manuals.
• Program or modify PLC logic for minor adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff on process improvements.
• Maintain safety standards and accurate maintenance records.

Skills

Industrial automation

Robotics experience

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics qualification

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

FANUC robotics

KUKA robotics

ABB robotics

HMI programming

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an Industrial Automation Technician to maintain and optimize automated production lines. You will troubleshoot robotics and PLC systems, perform preventive maintenance, and install/commission new automation equipment in a hands-on, safety-conscious role.

Ideal candidates have a National Diploma in electrical/mechatronics with 4+ years of automation experience, including Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLCs and FANUC/KUKA/ABB robotics.