Industrial Control Systems Technician

Placements24; Paarl; Presencial; ZAR 450.000 - 620.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Specialized training programs

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Technician for a major food and beverage manufacturer in Paarl, Western Cape. The role covers installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to ensure safe and reliable automated production.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, strong PLC programming skills, and familiarity with Siemens S7 and Allen-Bradley platforms.

Formación

• 4+ years’ hands-on experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Experience with Siemens S7 or Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, and commission PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on control systems.
• Troubleshoot PLC programming, hardware failures, and network issues.
• Modify PLC code and HMI configurations for improvements or upgrades.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Ensure safety standards and regulations are followed.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams on automation.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and maintenance records.
• Support on-call rotations in Paarl, Western Cape.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Network troubleshooting

Problem solving

Teamwork

Educación

Industrial Automation / Electrical Engineering Technology degree

Herramientas

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix

FactoryTalk View

WinCC

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, requires an experienced Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Technician for their facility in Paarl, Western Cape. This critical role focuses on the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrading of the plant's automated control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and associated hardware and software. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in industrial electronics, programming logic, and network communications within an industrial setting. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficiency, safety, and reliability of our automated production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance and diagnostic checks on all industrial control systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to PLC programming, hardware failures, and network communication problems.
• Modify and update PLC code and HMI configurations as required for process improvements or system upgrades.
• Interpret electrical schematics, control logic diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all control system installations and modifications comply with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify and implement solutions for process automation challenges.
• Maintain accurate documentation of control system configurations, changes, and maintenance records.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for urgent issues outside of standard working hours in Paarl, Western Cape.

Requirements

• Technical qualification or degree in Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with industrial control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA).
• Proficiency with programming and troubleshooting common PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA software and configuration (e.g., FactoryTalk View, WinCC).
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and control system schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and respond to emergency call-outs in Paarl, Western Cape.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid contributions, a provident fund, and performance-based bonuses.
• You will have access to specialized training programs to enhance your skills in the latest automation technologies.
• This role provides a unique opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing systems in a stable industry and contribute to operational excellence.
• Join a company that values innovation and employee development.