Job Description

Job SummaryField Maintenance Technician (Cape Town) IT - Support
Western Cape - Cape Town*ENVIRONMENT:A company dedicated to understanding, supporting, and empowering small business owners and entrepreneurs in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and allied industries is seeking a Field Maintenance Technician. This role requires a blend of electrical and mechanical expertise, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial and automated systems. The successful candidate will work with production equipment while managing installations, maintenance tasks, and contributing to sales efforts.DUTIES:Machine Breakdowns & Maintenance:

• Attend to machine breakdowns promptly and efficiently.
• Provide reactive maintenance.
• Perform PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance) to minimize future breakdowns.

Equipment Management:

• Work on a variety of production equipment
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs, with a focus on electronics troubleshooting, including Drives, PLCs, and 3-phase systems.

Installation & Troubleshooting:

• Install equipment and systems, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety standards.
• Provide fault finding skills, diagnosing complex issues and resolving them promptly.
• Repair and install equipment, both on-site and off-site.

Quality Inspections & Reporting:

• Carry out quality inspections on jobs to ensure standards are met.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers, ensuring smooth communication and support.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Work alongside other engineers, providing leadership where required and working independently with minimal supervision.
• Train and interact with customers, ensuring effective knowledge transfer.
• Support company projects, programs, and policies.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Submit service reports, timesheets, expense reports, and other necessary paperwork in a timely manner.

Travel & On-Site Support:

• Travel as required for on-site work, installation, and troubleshooting tasks.

REQUIREMENTS:Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar

Technical Skills:

• Solid experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance (both reactive and preventive).
• Troubleshooting skills: Excellent fault-finding ability for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, drives, 3-phase electrical systems, and electronics repair.
• Experience working with production equipment in industries like FMCG, food, packaging, or automation.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic system repair experience.

Software & Hardware Proficiency:

• Proficiency in software and hardware, including the ability to troubleshoot and work with high-level systems and machinery.
• Competency with test equipment and hand tools for repair and diagnostics.

Communication & Leadership:

• Experience in customer interaction, providing technical support, and potentially training clients.

Other Requirements:

• Valid drivers license for travel to various job sites.
• Independent worker: Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage tasks independently.
• A strong electro-mechanical aptitude and computer literacy are essential.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and team members.
• Leadership qualities: Ability to guide junior engineers or work autonomously.

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