Field Service Technician - Mining Automation (Middelburg)
Chainlink Recruitment · Middelburg, Mpumalanga
Overview
A global tech company in mining automation is hiring two experienced Field Service Technicians for permanent roles in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. You will install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems on draglines, shovels, drills and dump trucks. If you have 5 years experience with mining equipment, PLCs and a passion for keeping heavy machinery running safely, this could be your next move.
About the role
This is a permanent opportunity for two skilled Field Service Technicians to join a global technology business that specialises in electrical systems, rotating machinery and mining automation. You will be based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga and work on open cast mining sites.
Your main focus will be to keep critical mining equipment running reliably. You will handle preventive and corrective maintenance on draglines, shovels, drills and dump trucks. When breakdowns happen, you will be the person who finds the fault, troubleshoots the electrical and control systems and gets the machine back to safe working condition.
You will also be involved in installing, maintaining and commissioning electrical and control systems. The role includes working with AC and DC rotating equipment and completing job cards, work orders and maintenance reports accurately. You will work closely with customers, supervisors and technical teams to plan maintenance and improve equipment reliability.
Safety and environmental standards are non negotiable on site, so you will need to follow all procedures carefully while working at remote mining locations.
Application notes: No specific application instructions or reference numbers were provided in the listing. Use the source link to apply online.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or Matric certificate
- N6 or Diploma in Electronic Engineering
- Instrumentation Trade qualification
- Minimum 5 years relevant working experience
- Experience with mining equipment and control systems
- PLC experience, preferably Siemens, ABB and Allen Bradley
- Advanced computer literacy
- Valid driver's licence
- Good communication and decision making skills
- Strong commitment to safety, health and environmental standards
- Willingness and ability to work at remote mining sites and in cross cultural environments
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on draglines, shovels, drills and dump trucks
- Conduct fault finding, troubleshooting, repairs and component replacements on electrical and control systems
- Install, maintain and commission electrical and control systems
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore machinery to safe operational condition
- Work with AC and DC rotating equipment
- Complete job cards, work orders and maintenance reports accurately
- Identify equipment deficiencies and provide technical feedback to support maintenance planning
- Adhere to all site safety procedures and environmental standards
- Work closely with customers, supervisors and technical teams to ensure equipment reliability
Benefits
Cellphone allowance of R750 per month, Medical aid with 100% employer contribution for the employee and dependants contributions shared 50/50, Pension fund
Job details
- Organisation
- Chainlink Recruitment
- Location
- Middelburg, Mpumalanga
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Salary
- R58k to R60k per month / monthly
- Category
- Mining & Resources
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This role is perfect if you have been working as a technician in mining or heavy industry and want to step into a global company that values your hands on experience. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your 5 years of working on mining equipment and which PLC systems you have used. Be ready to talk about specific breakdowns you have solved and how you keep safety first on site. The company is looking for someone who is comfortable working at remote sites and can communicate well with different teams. A valid driver's licence is essential because you will travel to mine sites. If you have your Instrumentation Trade qualification and N6 or Diploma in Electronic Engineering, highlight that early in your application. Good luck!
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