Industrial Field Service Technician - Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tools provided

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Ongoing technical training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our client serving the Eastern Cape and Port Elizabeth base. You will install, maintain, and repair specialized industrial machinery at client sites, ensuring peak performance and minimal downtime.

The role requires 3–5 years of field experience, mechanical/electrical engineering qualification, strong troubleshooting, and willingness to travel across the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering field.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Field Service Technician with industrial machinery.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel extensively within the Eastern Cape.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and perform routine maintenance on industrial machinery at customer locations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Provide technical support and training to customers on equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
• Document all service activities in service reports.
• Respond to emergency service calls and resolve equipment failures.
• Collaborate with the technical support team to resolve issues and share feedback.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Technical qualification in Mechanical/Electrical/Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our client serving the Eastern Cape and Port Elizabeth base. You will install, maintain, and repair specialized industrial machinery at client sites, ensuring peak performance and minimal downtime.

The role requires 3–5 years of field experience, mechanical/electrical engineering qualification, strong troubleshooting, and willingness to travel across the Eastern Cape.