Power Generation Field Technician — On-Site & Travel

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance and retirement plan

Extensive training on new equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our power systems team in Upington. You will travel to client sites to install, commission, maintain, and repair generators, engines, and turbine control systems, ensuring uptime and reliability.

Ideal candidates have a technical diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 3+ years in field service, and strong diagnostic and customer communication skills. A valid license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Field Service Technician.
• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with power generation equipment (generators, turbines) is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to multiple sites.
• Strong diagnostic and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and start-up power generation equipment at client sites.
• Perform routine maintenance and diagnostics on power systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Provide on-site technical support and training to customers.
• Maintain accurate service records and spare parts inventory.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Skills

Field service

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Customer communication

Travel readiness

Education

Technical diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our power systems team in Upington. You will travel to client sites to install, commission, maintain, and repair generators, engines, and turbine control systems, ensuring uptime and reliability.

Ideal candidates have a technical diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 3+ years in field service, and strong diagnostic and customer communication skills. A valid license and willingness to travel are required.