Job Description
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing industrial automation systems in a fast-paced production environment. As a PLC & Maintenance Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring minimal downtime and optimal plant performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Program, configure, and maintain PLC systems (Allen-Bradley preferred)
- Manage and maintain SCADA systems for optimal plant performance
- Perform electrical maintenance, wiring, and installations
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and automation faults
- Implement preventative maintenance on motors, drives, and equipment
- Support the maintenance team with mechanical and electrical repairs
- Monitor equipment performance and prevent breakdowns
- Supervise maintenance staff during weekend shifts (every second weekend)
- Respond to technical emergencies and ensure minimal downtime
Requirements
- Electrical qualification (NQF Level 5 or higher)
- Millwright certification (advantageous)
- Proven experience in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley preferred)
- Strong electrical maintenance experience in an industrial environment
- Experience with SCADA systems and automation
- Knowledge of motor control, wiring, and circuit design
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required for this role.
Salary & Benefits
R60 000 salary per annum, plus Provident Fund and Medical Aid benefits.
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