Remote Industrial Control Systems Technician (Contract)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Contractor role

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Control Systems Technician to join a fully remote team supporting industrial sites, including Soweto, Gauteng.

You will monitor, maintain and optimize remote control systems for machinery and processes, troubleshoot networked control software, and implement updates. Occasional site visits to Soweto or other sites may be required. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with industrial remote control systems, SCADA, or PLC automation.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, Modbus, Ethernet/IP and cybersecurity basics.
• Ability to troubleshoot software and hardware remotely and independently.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Soweto or other sites.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain performance of remote control systems and hardware.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot control system software, network, and hardware issues.
• Implement software updates and configuration changes for remote systems.
• Develop and maintain configuration and troubleshooting documentation.
• Provide remote technical support to site operators and maintenance staff.
• Ensure security and integrity of remote control systems.
• Analyze system data to identify improvements and proactive maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineering on new remote control solutions.
• Respond to critical alerts and manage resolutions promptly.
• Prepare reports on system status and incident resolutions.

Skills

Networking protocols

Remote troubleshooting

Analytical problem solving

Technical communication

Independent work

Education

Electronics/Automation/CS degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Control Systems Technician to join a fully remote team supporting industrial sites, including Soweto, Gauteng.

You will monitor, maintain and optimize remote control systems for machinery and processes, troubleshoot networked control software, and implement updates. Occasional site visits to Soweto or other sites may be required. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.