Automation Specialist Are you passionate about optimizing industrial equipment and ensuring operational excellence? Our client is seeking a dedicated Automation Specialist to join their team in Nelspruit. Key Responsibilities: – Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of machinery and equipment. – Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving mechanical and electrical systems. – Carry out timely repairs to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. – Follow maintenance schedules rigorously to ensure top equipment performance. – Maintain compliance with safety standards in all maintenance activities. – Assist with installation and setup of new machinery. – Collaborate with team members to boost operational efficiencies. – Keep detailed and accurate records of maintenance tasks and repairs. Requirements: – Matric (High School Diploma) or equivalent. – Relevant Trade Certificate as a Millwright or Electrician. – Minimum 2 years’ hands-on maintenance experience (industrial setting preferred). – Refrigeration experience is advantageous. – Packhouse experience will be a definite plus. – Proven ability to work well under pressure and make sound decisions quickly. – Strong physical and manual dexterity and agility. – Excellent troubleshooting skills. Benefits: – Competitive monthly salary. – Opportunity to work in a supportive and safety-focused environment. – Potential for career growth within an established company.

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