Remote Industrial Plant Technician

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Industrial Plant Technician for a fully remote role. You will oversee plant machinery, control systems, and process flows across sites using advanced digital tools, ensuring efficiency and minimal disruption.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial plant operations with automation and strong remote communication skills. You will analyze data, guide on-site teams remotely, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in industrial plant operations with automation focus.
• Proficient in SCADA, DCS and HMI for monitoring and diagnostics.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret real-time data.
• Excellent remote communication and ability to guide on-site teams remotely.
• Experience with cybersecurity concepts for industrial networks desirable.

Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor plant operations and control systems using SCADA and monitoring platforms.
• Analyze real-time data to identify anomalies and inefficiencies.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot remote automation and control issues.
• Provide remote technical support to on-site teams.
• Develop predictive maintenance strategies from data trends.
• Generate reports on performance and optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance to resolve issues.
• Stay updated on industrial technologies and remote monitoring best practices.
• Ensure safety and operational protocol compliance via remote oversight.

Skills

Remote communication

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

DCS

HMI

Remote monitoring software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneer in industrial process optimization, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Industrial Plant Technician . This is a fully remote role that requires an individual with extensive experience in monitoring, diagnosing, and troubleshooting complex industrial plant operations using advanced digital tools. You will be responsible for the remote oversight of plant machinery, control systems, and process flows, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal disruption. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of industrial engineering principles, automation technologies, and robust remote communication skills. This unique position allows you to leverage your expertise to impact operations across multiple sites without needing to be physically present. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational integrity and driving continuous improvement through data analysis and remote intervention.

Key Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor industrial plant operations, including machinery performance, process parameters, and control system status using SCADA and other monitoring platforms.
• Analyze real-time data to identify operational anomalies, potential equipment failures, and inefficiencies.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to industrial machinery, control systems, and process automation from a remote location.
• Provide remote technical support to on-site operational teams, guiding them through troubleshooting and repair procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies for predictive maintenance based on data analysis and trend monitoring.
• Generate detailed reports on plant performance, maintenance activities, and optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industrial technologies, software advancements, and remote monitoring best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and operational protocols through effective remote oversight.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial plant operations, maintenance, or process engineering, with a significant focus on automation and control systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in using SCADA systems, DCS, HMI, and other industrial control software for monitoring and diagnostics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex operational data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively guide on-site personnel remotely.
• Proven experience working independently and managing tasks in a remote work environment.
• Familiarity with industrial networking, cybersecurity principles, and remote access technologies is highly desirable.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and work with various digital platforms.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, focused on operational excellence.

Benefits

• competitive salary package commensurate with the specialized skills and remote nature of this role. This includes a strong base salary, potential performance incentives, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• primary benefit is the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position, allowing for an excellent work-life balance.
• continuous employee development, providing access to cutting-edge training, certifications, and resources to stay at the forefront of industrial technology.
• part of an innovative global team, contributing to the efficiency and success of major industrial operations from the convenience of your home office, with the potential to influence plant operations across various locations.