AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - PROJECTS

SUMMARY:
AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - AGRICULTURE
CAPE TOWN, NORTHERN SUBURBS

R30 000 CTC

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• BTech/Degree in one of the following disciplines: Engineering/Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics
• 3-5 years’ relevant industry experience
• ELV electrical systems
• VSD / PLC
• Computer hardware systems
• Hydraulics / Flow Dynamics
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Inventor drawings
• Must be a qualified electrician
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans
• Valid driver’s licence
• Valid passport - The position can entail travel throughout the country as well as surrounding countries
• ELV electrical systems
• VSD / PLC
• Computer hardware systems
• Hydraulics / Flow Dynamics
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Inventor drawings
• Must be a qualified electrician

• Technical support primarily DF products
• Development of Auto Cad drawings & design
• Assist with on-site installations & commissioning of DF products for technical projects & Beta Sites
• Assist with Assembly:
  • Automation irrigation dosing units
  • Controllers in cabinets with protection devices
  • Radio units
  • Testing software + hardware (beta sites)
  • Wiring of cabinets and panels
• Troubleshoot :
  • Controller hardware
  • Controller software
  • Telephonic support to dealers and end users
  • On-Site support to dealers and end users – South Africa & SADC Countries

• Training on DF Products: Training of dealers and end users on correct usage of automation equipment
• Filter Bank & Other Products : Where required assist with the servicing of filter banks and back flush controllers, etc.