Junior Automation Technician

Scholtz Partners International; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company looking for a Junior Automation Technician in Pretoria. This role offers the chance to work with advanced industrial systems, including KUKA robots and PLCs, while gaining international experience. Successful candidates will possess a trade certificate and demonstrate problem-solving abilities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation, panel building & PLCs.
• Valid driver’s license & willingness to travel.
• Strong fault-finding & troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and commission automation systems.
• Interpret schematics, wire panels, and troubleshoot robotics & PLCs.
• Use power tools and fabrication equipment.

Skills

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Trade Certificate (Electrical, Millwright, or Mechatronics)

Job description

We're Hiring: Junior Automation Technician
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: (Based on Experience)

Are you a hands-on problem-solver with a passion for robotics, automation, and advanced industrial systems? This is your chance to work with KUKA Robots, Beckhoff, and Siemens PLCs — and gain international experience!

What You'll Be Doing:

Build and commission automation systems

Interpret schematics, wire panels, and troubleshoot robotics & PLCs

Use power tools and fabrication equipment

Travel internationally for exciting client projects (up to 3 months)

You Bring:

Trade Certificate (Electrical, Millwright, or Mechatronics)

Experience in automation, panel building & PLCs

Strong fault-finding & troubleshooting abilities

Valid driver’s license & willingness to travel

A fast-paced, solution-driven mindset

Ready to Grow Your Career?