Remote Industrial Controls Technician

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Career development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Industrial Controls Technician to join our innovative team. Based remotely, you will provide crucial technical support and troubleshooting for industrial control systems across client sites, guiding on-site personnel through remote diagnostics and calibration.

You will work with PLCs, SCADA and HMIs, interpret complex drawings, and develop documentation while collaborating with engineering and field teams to ensure uninterrupted operations and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Controls Technician.
• Deep knowledge of PLCs, SCADA and HMI software.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot remotely.
• Excellent communication and remote coaching skills.
• Ability to interpret complex documentation and schematics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
• Analyze system data and performance metrics to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Guide on-site personnel through diagnostic procedures, repairs, and calibration remotely.
• Develop and maintain documentation for control systems, including guides and FAQs.
• Collaborate with engineering and field service teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Monitor system performance remotely and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Remote coaching

Excellent communication

Schematic interpretation

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

SCADA software

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Remote Industrial Controls Technician to join their innovative team. While based remotely, you will provide crucial technical support and troubleshooting for industrial control systems across various client sites. This role requires deep expertise in diagnosing and resolving issues with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automated machinery without being physically present on-site, leveraging advanced remote monitoring and diagnostic tools. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem-solver with exceptional communication skills, capable of guiding on-site personnel through complex repair and calibration procedures, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency for our clients from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
• Analyze system data and performance metrics to identify potential issues and recommend solutions.
• Guide on-site personnel through diagnostic procedures, repairs, and calibration processes via remote communication.
• Develop and maintain documentation for control systems, including troubleshooting guides and FAQs.
• Collaborate with engineering and field service teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Monitor system performance remotely and proactively identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Controls Technician or similar role with a focus on automation and control systems.
• In-depth knowledge of PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA, and HMI software.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting industrial automation hardware and software remotely.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and remote coaching skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical documentation and system schematics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary package.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity to work with advanced industrial automation technologies.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Continuous learning and professional development in a cutting-edge field.