Service Engineer

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a Service Engineer to handle the installation and maintenance of heavy machinery. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in manufacturing and fabrication, along with a Trade Qualification. This role involves traveling globally to customer sites for installation and support, requiring strong project management and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in manufacturing and fabrication.
• Experience in installation and hands-on maintenance of heavy machinery.
• Commissioning experience of process systems.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of machines and electrical equipment.
• Conducting post-installation training and ongoing support.
• Managing machine breakdowns and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Health and Safety

Project Management

PLC Fault Finding & Programming

Education

Trade Qualifications Millwright

Certificate or Associate Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Installation and commissioning of machines, attachments, parts, and electrical equipmentInstructing customer personnel on proper setup, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairConducting post-installation training and providing ongoing service and supportCreating new customers in collaboration with sales executives to meet targetsInitiating continuous improvement activities and ensuring effective communication on service and warranty issuesTraveling globally to customer sites, often at short notice and for extended periodsManaging machine breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and conducting down-time studies to improve production efficiencyRecommending repairs, part replacements, and upgrades to ensure optimal machine performancePromoting a professional image and working closely with sales staff and engineering teams to resolve issues and ensure customer satisfaction Skills & Experience : A minimum of five years in the field of manufacturing and fabricationThe installation, hands-on maintenance, and removal of heavy machinery for industrial applicationsExperience in Health and SafetyProject Management experienceAn understanding of equipment technical specifications and application to processing systemsA good knowledge of PLCs Fault finding & Programming in Allen BradleyExperience with Control Panel design and Machine wiringCommissioning experience of process systemsPrevious experience with food processing equipment and systems Minimum requirementsCompletion of Trade QualificationsMillwrightCertificate or Associate Diploma in EngineeringCommissioning of machinesMinimum 5 years experience in a similar positionOnly South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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Service Engineer • Johannesburg, Gauteng