Electrical Technician (Montague Gardens)

ENVIRONMENT:

YOUR strong mechanical knowledge & proficiency with test equipment and hand tools is wanted to be the next Electrical Technician wanted to join the team of a company dedicated to understanding, supporting, and empowering small business owners and entrepreneurs in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and allied industries. The ideal candidate will have a B-Tech, Diploma, or N5/N6 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in maintenance and installation within the FMCG, Food, Packaging, or Automation industries. Applicants must have a valid Driver’s License as the role will include travel and managing company-leased assets (vehicle, tools, and inventory) responsibly.

 

DUTIES:

Engineering & Maintenance –

• Perform a mix of reactive and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on a wide variety of production and process equipment.

Systems Expertise –

• Troubleshoot and repair complex electronics, including Drives, PLCs, and 3-Phase systems.

Installation & Design –

• Lead the design, build, and installation of equipment both in-house and at client sites.

Fault Finding –

• Utilize advanced diagnostic skills to identify and resolve machine breakdowns efficiently.

Mechanical & Pneumatic Support –

• Execute comprehensive mechanical and pneumatic repairs as required.

Client Relations –

• Act as a primary point of contact for clients and suppliers; provide training to customers and offer sales support for food processing equipment.

Administrative Diligence –

• Maintain accurate service reports, timesheets, and expense claims, ensuring all paperwork is submitted on time.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

• B-Tech, Diploma, or N5/N6 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

Experience/Skills –

• Proven track record in FMCG, Food, or Packaging environments.
• Proficiency with test equipment, hand tools, and computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and lead projects to completion.
• A valid Driver’s License is essential; you must be willing to travel and manage company-leased assets (vehicle, tools, and inventory) responsibly.

 

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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