Automation Specialist

Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Job Description

Nelspruit Area - Mpumalanga: Committed to ensuring optimal operation of equipment and systems by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and conducting timely repairs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Relevant trade certificate in a Millwright or Electrician
  • A minimum of 2 years' hands-on experience in maintenance
  • Experience in Refrigeration will be advantageous
  • Packhouse experience will be an advantage
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
  • Ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
  • Ability to follow a maintenance schedule
  • Physical and manual dexterity and agility
  • Ability to troubleshoot
KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS
  • Execute scheduled maintenance activities to minimize unplanned downtime and extend equipment life span
  • Diagnose mechanical faults in pneumatic and conveyor systems; perform timely repairs to restore production
  • Fabricate, assemble, and retrofit mechanical/electrical systems to improve plant efficiency to meet evolving production needs.
  • Ensure all work adheres to safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and local industrial regulations.
  • Maintain accurate service logs, repair reports, and parts inventories for machinery and tools.
  • Install, dismantle, and precisely align industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Conduct routine inspections and testing to prevent system failures and ensure consistent operation.
  • Troubleshoot and program programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and HMI interfaces.
  • Ensure that work performed is to the highest standards.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
For more information please contact:
Farm Manager

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1547613
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned