Remote Installation & Maintenance Lead

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Remote work culture

Professional development budget

Competitive bonus structure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Installation & Maintenance Lead to oversee field operations in Randburg and the surrounding Gauteng region. The role combines technical direction with leadership of remote installation and maintenance teams, ensuring projects meet quality standards and timelines.

You will troubleshoot complex issues, optimize processes, and mentor technicians while working in a remote-first capacity.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in field installation and maintenance.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate remote technical teams.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills across technical systems.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and execution in technical environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead remote installation and maintenance technicians and provide technical guidance.
• Oversee planning and execution of installation projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Develop and implement best practices for equipment installation, calibration, and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues using advanced diagnostic capabilities.
• Monitor field team performance, provide feedback, and conduct remote training sessions to enhance skills.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve installation procedures and product reliability based on field feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Project management

Technical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Remote Installation & Maintenance Lead to oversee and guide their field operations teams supporting the Randburg area. This critical leadership role involves managing remote installation projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and providing expert technical direction to field technicians. You will be responsible for troubleshooting complex issues, optimizing installation processes, and ensuring the successful deployment and ongoing maintenance of client systems from a distance. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and mentor a team, drive operational excellence, and make a significant impact in a remote-first capacity within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage remote teams of installation and maintenance technicians, providing guidance and technical expertise.
• Oversee the planning and execution of installation projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement best practices for equipment installation, calibration, and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues escalated by field teams, utilizing advanced diagnostic capabilities.
• Monitor field team performance, provide feedback, and conduct remote training sessions to enhance skills.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve installation procedures and product reliability based on field feedback from Randburg.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in field installation and maintenance, with a significant portion in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate remote technical teams effectively.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills across a range of technical systems.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and execution in technical environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at remote team collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience for this Gauteng role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Significant autonomy and flexibility in managing remote operations.
• Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• A leadership role in a forward-thinking company with a strong remote work culture in Randburg.