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Automation Technician ( Electrical Engineering)

Network Engineering

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Yearly Salary: ZAR 240000 - 240000

Posted: 17 September 2026 (9 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 15 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: NES028077-KM-1

AUTOMATION TECHNICIANS ( ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING)

Were recruiting on behalf of a leading industrial automation company seeking a talented Automation Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys PLCs fault-finding commissioning and working with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies

Duties & Responsibilities

Job & Company Description

2- 3 years experience in industrial automation
Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens Allen Bradley Schneider Omron or similar)
Strong electrical fault-finding and maintenance experience
Exposure to SCADA and HMI systems
Knowledge of VSDs motors sensors instrumentation and control panels
Experience commissioning and maintaining automated equipment
Understanding of industrial communication networks
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Experience within FMCG manufacturing automotive mining or process industries advantageous

Education