Job Title: Automation Technician
Location: Cape Town with regional travel across South Africa & SADC countries
Employment Type: Permanent FullTime
Salary & Benefits:
- CTC Negotiable
- R2000 monthly medical aid contribution
- 7.5 company contribution to provident fund
- Use of company vehicle
Overview:
An exciting opportunity has opened for a technically skilled and selfdriven Automation Technician to join a leading company in smart irrigation and agricultural technology. This role is ideal for someone with experience in electrical systems automation and handson project implementation who is passionate about technical innovation and fieldwork.
The technician will be responsible for providing technical support on automation products including assisting with installations troubleshooting assembly training and drawing development. This role includes national and regional travel to support onsite installations and dealer/enduser interaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support on digital farming (DF) and automation products including installation commissioning and troubleshooting
- Develop AutoCAD drawings and assist in system design
- Assemble and test automation units (irrigation dosing controllers radio units etc.
- Wire and configure cabinets and electrical panels
- Offer telephonic and onsite support to clients and dealers across South Africa and SADC
- Train end users and dealers on the use and maintenance of automation equipment
- Assist with filter banks and related product servicing as needed
- Report directly to the Technical Manager with additional support provided to the Product Manager
Minimum Requirements:
- BTech or Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics
- 35 years of relevant technical experience
- Proficient in AutoCAD and ideally familiar with Inventor software
- Knowledge of VSD/PLC systems ELV electrical systems computer hardware and hydraulic/flow dynamics
- Qualified electrician status is strongly preferred
- Excellent problemsolving and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal and training capabilities
- Valid drivers license and passport role includes frequent travel