Automation Electrician
Hire Resolve · Western Cape
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- A leading, innovative manufacturing company specializing in high-performance thermoplastics is seeking an experienced Automation Electrician to join their fast-paced production team. If you excel at maintaining complex industrial automation machinery, fault-finding, and ensuring seamless plant operations, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical, electronic, and automated machinery across the production plant.
- PLC & Control Systems: Program, test, and perform fault-finding on Programmable Logic Controllers PLCs, Variable Speed Drives VSDs, and SCADA systems.
- Preventative Upkeep: Conduct planned preventative maintenance PPM to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency.
- System Upgrades: Assist with installation, commissioning, and optimization of new automated thermoplastic processing equipment.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all electrical work strictly adheres to occupational health and safety standards and industry regulations.
Key Requirements
- Trade Test: Qualified Industrial Electrician Trade Test Section 13 or Section 26D.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years' post-trade experience working in an automated manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
- Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in fault-finding on automated control panels, PLCs, pneumatic systems, and sensor technology.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience within thermoplastics, plastics, or heavy manufacturing is highly advantageous.
- Attributes: Excellent analytical problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure in a continuous production setup.