Industrial Field Service Technician - Travel & On-site Expert

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + performance bonus

Company vehicle provided

Professional development and training

Exposure to diverse industrial tech

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, service, and repair industrial equipment from client sites in Upington and surrounding areas. This role emphasizes mechanical and electrical expertise, problem-solving, and strong customer service.

You will travel regionally, perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining detailed service reports and liaising with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in a field service role with industrial machinery or complex systems.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals and blueprints; diagnose faults quickly.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Upington region and surrounding areas.
• Valid driver's license and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission industrial equipment per specifications.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections to extend lifespan.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system issues; perform repairs.
• Provide on-site technical guidance to client personnel.
• Prepare service reports and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Manage spare parts inventory within the service vehicle.
• Coordinate with sales/engineering teams for client feedback.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Electrical expertise

Reading schematics

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification

Related technical qualification

Tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, service, and repair industrial equipment from client sites in Upington and surrounding areas. This role emphasizes mechanical and electrical expertise, problem-solving, and strong customer service.

You will travel regionally, perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining detailed service reports and liaising with internal teams.