A leading automation and industrial technology company is seeking a skilled Automation Electronics Technician to join their dynamic team in Pinetown, Durban.This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in electronic systems, fault finding, and variable speed drive technology. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting, maintaining, and optimising advanced automation equipment to ensure efficient and reliable operation for clients.

If you have hands-on experience with electronic components, drive systems, and technical troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment, we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, servicing, and maintenance on automation and electronic equipment.
• Diagnose electronic and electrical faults using technical drawings, manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Perform repairs, component replacement, and testing to ensure optimal functionality.
• Work with variable speed drives and servo motor systems for commissioning, troubleshooting, and support.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including service reports and technical notes.
• Provide exceptional customer service and technical support to clients when required.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organised work environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to source parts, plan interventions, and improve system performance.

Requirements

• Proven working experience in an Electronics Technician role.
• 5+ years’ experience in the electronics field.
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and electronic signal flow.
• Hands-on experience with variable speed drives or servo motors (experience with VSDs is particularly important).
• Proven ability to fault-find using electrical drawings and schematics.
• Relevant qualifications in the electronics industry.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and committed to quality and safety.
• Customer-service driven with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Yusrah Farouk at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@rpo-recruit.za.com.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.