Senior Field Service Technician - Remote-First Automation

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician for remote-first support of advanced industrial systems across South Africa. You will diagnose, repair, and upgrade electro-mechanical equipment, often from a remote location, while coordinating with on-site teams when needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance, document all activities, and provide timely remote assistance to ensure minimal downtime and optimal system performance. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven field service experience on industrial systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot remotely using diagnostic tools.
• Experience reading schematics and control diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electro-mechanical systems remotely.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections at client sites.
• Install, configure, and commission equipment and upgrades.
• Provide remote technical support and guidance to clients.
• Document activities, findings, and resolutions clearly.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Electrical/mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics/blueprints

Communication skills

Education

Electrical/Mechanical engineering qualification

Tools

Diagnostic software

PLC/HMI knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician for remote-first support of advanced industrial systems across South Africa. You will diagnose, repair, and upgrade electro-mechanical equipment, often from a remote location, while coordinating with on-site teams when needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance, document all activities, and provide timely remote assistance to ensure minimal downtime and optimal system performance. Travel to client sites may be required.