Automation Technician

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT005396/CS

Date posted:

Friday, June 13, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client in the agricultural sector is seeking an Automation Technician to join their team. This role will report directly to the Technical Manager.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Technical support primarily with DF products and supporting all the products available at the company.
Development of Auto Cad drawings and design.
Assist with on-site installations and commissioning DF products for the technical projects and beta sites.
Assist with assembly of automation irrigation dosing units, controllers in the cabinets with protection devices, radio units, testing the hardware and software and wiring the cabinets and panels.
Troubleshoot the controller hardware and software, telephonic support to the dealers and end users and on-site support to the dealers and end users for South Africa and SADC countries.
Training on DF products, training the dealers and end users on the correct usage of the automation equipment.
Assist with servicing the filter banks and back flush the controllers.

Requirements:

Matric certificate.
Degree in Engineering/Electrical/Electronic and Mechatronics.
3+ years in a similar role.
Must have good communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
Drivers license.
ELV electrical systems and VSD/PLC.
An understanding of hydraulics
AutoCAD knowledge.
Problem solving and organizational skills.
Must have a valid passport as there could be travelling to surrounding countries.

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