Mechatronics - PLC Technician

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Automation industry is urgently looking an experienced Mechatronics/PLC Technician at their organization

POSITION INFO:
Location: Tzaneen, Limpopo

Requirements:

• Electro-mechanical Trade Test (e.g. Millwright) or equivalent
• Previous exposure to PLC and programming. Omron experience will be advantageous
• Technical experience with regards to mechanical and industrial electricity
• Electronic and IT knowledge or experience
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English). Spanish or French would be an advantage
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a valid / renewable passport
• Must be willing to travel – mostly in South Africa but international travel will be a requirement from time to time

• Installation and commissioning of new machinery from inception to completion focusing on:
  o Electronics and IT
  o PLC and Automation
• Reduce and minimize minor stoppages and time loss due to operational stops by providing after sales service, focusing on:
  o PLC assistance
  o Electronic and IT assistance
  o Mechanical and Electrical repairs and adjustments
• Deal and follow up on costumer queries and complaints
• Provide detailed feedback to the group to implement technical solutions.
• Encourage a “learn from experience” culture within the technical team by sharing and re-applying technical knowledge to improve efficiency of the team.
• Specialized training, unique to the Company Group, will be provided to the successful candidate.