Senior Electrical Control Technician — On-Site Vehicle

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Presencial; ZAR 480 000 - 720 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Company vehicle

Health, retirement, and other benefits

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Control Systems Technician to join our client in the Paarl region. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of complex electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and VSDs, across industrial facilities.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical maintenance, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety and uptime.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and control systems in an industrial environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing PLC systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMIs, and VSDs.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, control logic, and instrumentation principles.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Experience with industrial networks (Profibus, Ethernet/IP) is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures is essential.
• Trade qualification or relevant certification in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation is required.

Responsabilidades

• Install, wire, and commission electrical control panels, PLCs, HMIs, and associated instrumentation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections on electrical control systems to identify and address potential issues before they cause downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control system faults, implementing timely and effective repairs.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to guide maintenance and repair activities.
• Calibrate and test instrumentation and control devices to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Upgrade existing control systems and assist in the integration of new automation technologies.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, industry regulations, and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and system modifications.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior technicians and site personnel.
• Respond to urgent service calls and provide on-site support as needed in the Paarl, Western Cape area.

Conhecimentos

Electrical maintenance

PLC systems

HMI systems

VSDs

Diagnostics

Electrical theory

Formação académica

Trade qualification in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation

Ferramentas

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMIs

VSDs

Electrical schematics

P&IDs

Profibus / Ethernet/IP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Control Systems Technician to join our client in the Paarl region. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of complex electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and VSDs, across industrial facilities.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical maintenance, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety and uptime.