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TRG 2486 (Ermelo) PLC Technician

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Job Location:

Newcastle - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 5 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Introduction

NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE NUWE WERK BESKIKBAAR

IMISEBENZI EKHONA UMSEBENZI OMTSHA OKHOYO MOSEBETSI

O MOCHA O FUMANEGANG from #TheRecruitmentGuy

Title: PLC Technician

Area: Ermelo

Industry exposure required: Industrial Manufacturing / Automation / Engineering Projects / Plant Expansion / Power & Process Systems

Ref No.: TRG 2486

Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable

Start Date: ASAP Neg.

Type: Permanent

Special Instructions: Strong industrial PLC automation commissioning installations and fault-finding experience essential.

An excellent opportunity exists for a technically strong and hands-on PLC TECHNICIAN to join a large-scale industrial plant expansion and installation project within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

  • The successful candidate will be involved in industrial electrical and automation installations commissioning fault finding shutdown support plant upgrades refurbishment work and ongoing process optimisation within a heavy industrial operation.
  • This role requires a practical and solutions-driven technician capable of working closely with Electrical Mechanical Instrumentation and Engineering teams during commissioning and operational startup phases.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Install commission test and fault-find PLC and automation systems.
  • Assist with industrial plant installations upgrades refurbishments and shutdown work.
  • Perform fault-finding on PLC-controlled production and process equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings schematics P&IDs and control diagrams.
  • Assist with MCC installations motor control systems VSDs instrumentation and control circuits.
  • Configure and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems.
  • Conduct I/O testing loop checks and commissioning activities.
  • Support breakdown maintenance and plant optimisation activities.
  • Assist with electrical panel inspections and modifications.
  • Work closely with project engineers contractors electricians and maintenance teams.
  • Maintain compliance with safety standards lockout procedures and project requirements.
  • Provide technical support during startup and production integration phases.
  • Maintain accurate commissioning documentation and technical reports.
  • Support preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

PLC / SYSTEMS / EQUIPMENT EXPOSURE ADVANTAGEOUS:

  • Siemens PLC Systems (S7 / TIA Portal)
  • Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation
  • Schneider Electric PLC Systems
  • Mitsubishi PLCs
  • ABB Drives and Automation
  • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
  • Soft Starters
  • SCADA Systems
  • HMI Interfaces
  • Industrial Sensors & Instrumentation
  • MCC Panels
  • Servo Drives & Motor Control
  • Process Control Systems
  • Conveyor & Materials Handling Systems
  • Boilers & Thermal Plant Systems
  • Biomass / Power Generation Systems
  • Hydraulic & Pneumatic Control Systems
  • Industrial Networking & Communications
  • Electrical Reticulation & Distribution Systems
Desired Experience & Qualification
  • Grade 12 (Matric).
  • N4 / N5 / N6 Electrical qualification Diploma or related technical qualification.
  • PLC Programming / Automation certification advantageous.
  • Trade Tested Electrician highly advantageous.
  • Minimum 5 years industrial PLC and automation experience.
  • Strong industrial manufacturing or project installation background essential.
  • Experience within manufacturing plants processing plants industrial projects sawmills board plants power plants FMCG mining or similar heavy industry advantageous.
  • Strong commissioning and fault-finding capability.
  • Hands-on electrical and instrumentation experience.
  • Computer literate.
  • Ability to work overtime shutdowns and project-related hours where required.
  • Valid drivers licence advantageous.
  • Stable employment history with traceable references.
  • Local residency or willingness to relocate required.
Package & Remuneration

Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable /Based on 5 years exp neg

Start Date: ASAP Neg.

Type: Permanent

Special Instructions: Strong industrial PLC automation commissioning installations and fault-finding experience essential.

Interested

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