Job Title: Field Service Technician

About the Role

The company is an international mechanical and plant engineering group, deeply involved with local automotive and industrial firms, including prominent names in the local automotive sector. As a Field Service Technician, the successful candidate will provide critical, future-proof service solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction remains the top priority. They will join a global market leader navigating the digital industrial age, applying entrepreneurial skills within an internationally focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Documentation: Maintain written reports for clients and record keeping regarding repairs and returns.
• Warranty Administration: Prepare, submit, and maintain necessary records for warranty claims.
• Technical Support: Provide support to customers both telephonically and on-site.
• Internal Sales Aid: Offer technical assistance to the internal sales team.
• Quality Control: Ensure that the organization’s ISO requirements are maintained.
• Equipment Deployment: Conduct the commissioning of new equipment.
• Diagnostic Evaluation: Perform problem evaluation on specific applications where equipment is being used.
• Emergency Service: Respond promptly and attend to equipment breakdowns.
• Travel and Mobility: Maintain the ability to travel away from home, work after hours, and provide cross-border support.
• Inventory Support: Assist with controlling spare stock and managing warehousing duties.
• Quotation Preparation: Support customers by assisting with quotation creation when required.
• Management Support: Complete ad hoc duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

• Must be a Qualified Electrician
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with Control Systems.
• Experience with Control Systems Electronics and/or Pneumatics.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Job Title: Electrical Field Technician (Junior)

About the Role

They are seeking a proactive problem-solver with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude to join their team as an Electrical Field Technician. This is a crucial, customer-facing role focused on ensuring the optimal operation of complex concrete manufacturing equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of various high-productivity machinery. This includes equipment used for concrete brick, block, and paver production; pre-cast concrete products such as roof tiles and kerbstones; as well as batching plants, including counter-current and turbine pan mixers.

The role requires extensive travel to customer sites—both locally and internationally—to provide expert technical support and ensure minimal downtime for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• On-Site Installation: Perform the installation, calibration, and commissioning of new concrete manufacturing machinery and systems at customer locations.
• Advanced Fault Diagnosis: Conduct detailed fault-finding and advanced troubleshooting to efficiently diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, and pneumatic issues.
• Technical Interpretation: Read, interpret, and analyze electrical schematic drawings, pneumatic diagrams, and relevant technical manuals to guide repairs and modifications.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute required preventative maintenance services to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of client equipment.
• Client Communication: Act as the primary technical contact on-site, offering exceptional customer service and clearly communicating solutions to clients.
• Detailed Reporting: Complete comprehensive service reports, accurately documenting all work performed and parts utilized in a timely manner.
• Safety Adherence: Strictly adhere to all company and customer site safety protocols and procedures while working.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with engineering teams by providing feedback from the field to contribute to ongoing product improvement efforts.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Must possess a Red Seal Section 26D qualification. – Electrician
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Electrical.
• Required skills include PLC knowledge and Pneumatic Experience. Experience with specific systems like Beckhoff and Festo (PLC types) and Beckhoff and Wonderware (SCADA Systems) is relevant.
• Must be willing to travel extensively, both locally and internationally, which may involve trips lasting from a few days to several weeks. A valid passport is required for international travel.
• Overtime is a given when installing plants, requiring long hours at times.
• Must have good people skills.
• Must be capable of working without supervision, while also effectively collaborating as part of a team on larger installations.
• Must possess, or be able to acquire, First Aid, Fire fighting, and Working-at-height certifications.
• Must be a non-smoker.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and overtime compensation based on background, education, qualification, and experience.
• Compulsory Provident Fund participation and optional Medical benefits.
• A pool vehicle will be provided for most customer visits.

Job Title: Assistant Orchard Manager

About the Role

They are an established agricultural enterprise with diverse operations across several production units, celebrating their centenary in 2019 as a family business. Their operations include citrus, pecan nut production, and grain production in both the Highveld and Northern Cape regions. They are committed to social development, with a long history of community involvement, aiming to remain a "blessing to their people, community and country."

This operation includes approximately 1,300 hectares of citrus orchards located in the Groblersdal/Marble Hall area (Moosrivier). The citrus produced is primarily cultivated for international export markets.

They offer an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Orchard Manager to play a key role in the day-to-day management of production activities. This dynamic position involves assisting in the daily management of production activities under the guidance of a skilled Orchard Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Management Oversight Leading and coordinating crucial seasonal tasks, including harvesting, summer pruning, and fruit set/harvest manipulations.
• Program Implementation Implementing essential agricultural schedules, such as fertilisation, irrigation, and spraying programmes.
• Workforce Leadership Coordinating and managing both contractors and the seasonal workforce required for operations.
• Quality Analysis & Reporting Analysing feedback related to quality and reporting on any observed operational irregularities.
• Administrative Support Assisting the Orchard Manager in maintaining required reports and compiling operational budgets.
• Fleet Maintenance Scheduling Scheduling routine maintenance for the operational fleet vehicles.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Diploma/Any Trade from Sol-Tech, or currently studying towards such a qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an environment where teamwork and productivity are essential, preferably within agriculture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English; proficiency in Sepedi will be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the necessary technical knowledge, combined with natural leadership and a passion for agriculture.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package
• Work accommodation is provided.
• A work vehicle is provided

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

About the Role:

This company is a global leader in oil-free piston compressors, particularly renowned for PET bottling and various other industrial applications, offering both high and low-pressure solutions including 20-40 bar PET compressors and 8-10 bar OPC range compressors. With over 150 years of expertise, they are synonymous with reduced energy consumption due to their simple design, which naturally leads to savings with fewer parts and low speed, resulting in the lowest energy consumption on the PET market. Their commitment to simple mechanical design also ensures the lowest maintenance costs, providing control over Total Cost of Ownership and Life Cycle Management in the long term. They have a comprehensive global service network, including dedicated after-sales support and local service engineers at every subsidiary worldwide.

They are seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team, contributing directly to the optimal functionality and reliability of their advanced compressor systems globally. This role offers the opportunity to work on a range of electrical and mechanical systems in a supportive environment, focusing on enhancing equipment performance and ensuring high client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Equipment Installation & Commissioning: Install, commission, and ensure the optimal functionality of machinery and systems at client sites.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Perform both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and conduct necessary repairs on various equipment types and sizes, including oil-free 2-stage piston compressors and high-pressure PET compressors. Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures and maintenance manuals.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and analyze equipment malfunctions to pinpoint underlying causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• PLC Programming: Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs to enhance equipment performance and address operational issues.
• Pneumatic Systems: Understand and maintain pneumatic components, ensuring their proper operation within integrated systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations, with particular attention to food safety environments, and stay updated with general site safety rules.
• Customer Interaction: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing technical inquiries, providing training, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of services performed, issues encountered, and solutions implemented, and prepare detailed service reports for internal and client reference.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical and mechanical environments, with a strong focus on fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and a solid understanding of pneumatic component operations. Knowledge of electrical systems, motors, control panels, and fault-finding is essential.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 70% of the time, both domestically and internationally.
• A valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and professionalism.
• Comfortable working in food safety environments and knowledgeable about general site safety rules.

What We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Company phone, company laptop, and company car.
• Group risk insurance.
• All necessary travel expenses paid for by the company, along with a living out allowance due to regular travel.
• Opportunities for training and skills development.

Title: Maintenance Technician

About the Role:
This role is central to ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of all electrical and electromechanical systems within the manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will support production by performing preventative and corrective maintenance on converting machinery and other plant equipment to minimize downtime and optimize performance.

The company’s operations represent the evolution of everything trusted in the industry, elevated with innovation and integrity, built on faith, resilience, and a commitment to excellence. The organisation is dedicated to transparent, high-performance environments and specifically employs for attitude and drive. It seeks individuals committed to excellence who align with its values: excellence, service, teamwork, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Maintenance & Repair Perform routine troubleshooting and repairs on all production and support equipment.
• Converting Machinery Service Maintain and service specialized converting equipment, including wrappers, embossers, slitters, and rewinders.
• System Fault Diagnosis Diagnose and repair faults across complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Preventative Programs Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance as scheduled to ensure plant reliability.
• Technical Documentation Read, interpret, and work accurately from electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Installation Support Assist the maintenance team with modifications, installations, and upgrades of systems and machinery.
• Safety & Compliance Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory and internal regulations.
• Breakdown Response Respond promptly to production calls and address equipment breakdowns immediately.
• Planning Support Support the Maintenance Supervisor in developing comprehensive maintenance plans and reporting on equipment performance.

Requirements

• Trade Test Certificate: Electrician (Red Seal preferred).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair converting machinery.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Basic working knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery and automation systems is required.

• Must be bilingual (English / Afrikaans, both written and verbal proficiency is required).
• Applicants must reside within a 30km radius of Samrand (e.g., Olievenhoutbosch or Tembisa).
• Male, between the ages of 25 – 35 (as per source requirements).

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

About the Role:

The company, an international plant manufacturer established in 1971, has a strong presence in Johannesburg and works closely with leading local automotive and industrial firms. With a recently expanded facility and an in-house robotic training cell, it is a global market leader driving efficiency and innovation in manufacturing processes.

This role involves contributing to operational excellence within automation systems. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in a dynamic environment, developing control concepts, executing detailed electrical designs, and managing the commissioning of equipment. The position offers the opportunity to leverage entrepreneurial skills within an internationally focused setting, supported by the company’s commitment to fostering technical skills and encouraging professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical Costing Assistance: Assist with the estimation and calculation of electrical costs for projects.
• Control Concept Development & Hardware Selection: Develop control concepts and select appropriate hardware for automation systems, guided by requests for quotations and engineering principles.
• Detail Electrical Design: Prepare detailed electrical designs, potentially using tools like PowerPoint or Visio, for customer review and sign-off.
• Installation Planning: Create comprehensive plans for electrical manufacturing and subsequent on-site installation.
• Equipment Commissioning: Conduct pre-commissioning and full commissioning activities for plant equipment.
• Documentation & Reporting: Responsible for documenting processes and generating necessary reports.
• Site Safety Implementation: Ensure the implementation of site safety measures during the commissioning phase of a plant.
• Team Supervision & Support: Supervise and provide support to the electrical project manufacturing and installation team.
• Project Planning & Execution: Plan and execute electrical projects, overseeing their progress from start to finish.
• Standby & Callouts: Participate in standby duties and respond to callouts as required.

Requirements:

• Trade Certification- Red Seal Electrician.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in industrial automation.
• Proven experience managing projects in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Problem-solving mindset, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of electronic systems and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with electrical design and testing, including E-Plan (advantageous).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
• Solid understanding of electrical processes and compliance with South African (SANS 10142) and relevant international standards.