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Mechatronics / PLC Technician

Somerset West
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Agriculture Engineering Finance
Reference: SW005473/AM

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Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc

Somerset West - My client, an international concern, specialises in the manufacture, supply and installation of specialist equipment and technology for the fruit and vegetable sector. They are seeking to employ an PLC / Installations Technician

Requirements:

Electro-mechanical Trade Test (eg Millwright) or equivalent
Previous exposure to PLC’s and programming. Omron experience will be advantageous
Technical experience with regards to mechanical and industrial electricity
Electronic and IT knowledge experience
Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans). Spanish or French would be an advantage
Must have a valid Driver’s licence and valid / renewable passport
The successful candidate must be willing to travel - mostly in South Africa but international travel will be required time to time

Responsibilities:

Installation and commissioning of new machinery from inception to completion focusing on:

Electronics and IT
PLC and Automation

Reduce and minimise minor stoppages and time loss due to operational stops by providing after sales service focusing on:

                PLC Assistance
                Electronic and It Assistance
                Mechanical and Electrical Repairs and Adjustments

Deal and follow up on customer queries and complaints.
Provide detailed feedback to the group in order to implement technical solutions
Encourage a "learn from experience" culture within the technical team by sharing and re-applying technical knowledge to improve efficiency of the team
Specialised training, unique to the company will be provided to the successful candidate
PLC troubleshooting
Creating and following a set of procedures for a successful implementation according to all electronic equipment.
Installing, adjusting & maintenance of electronic equipment.
According to the consumer’s specification and plans, to be able to make and control the assembly of the electronic systems within the line.
Assisting and providing support to technicians in prioritising and reducing minor stoppages, operational stop & change over time losses.
Encouraging the learn from experience system by capturing, sharing and re-applying technical knowledge. Guarantees the correct application of technical rules, standards, methodology and tools.
Analyses operation to be done in order to install electronics on the process line.
Diagnose disfunctions and repair them.
Develop electronic and IT programme.
Dealing with Customer’s complaints
Provides the best equipment settings (Electronic & hardware) to ensure equipment operates in normal conditions and changeovers are executed effectively and efficiently.
Creates and uses tools to determine best solution to a problem or loss.
In agreement with the Head Office Electronic Department, propose and coordinate updates according to the department procedures.
Participates in the Executive committee meetings, reporting progress and deviations analysis through an action

Candidate must be willing to come to the Western Cape for 4-6 months training period. Company will carry expenses.

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About Helderberg Personnel cc

Based in Somerset West, Helderberg Personnel was established in 1998. The company initially started doing placements in the Helderberg Basin and over the years expanded nationally. Our background has proved to be invaluable in providing a high standard of recruitment, screening, evaluation and placement of candidates.

Our Value proposition:
The true value proposition of the Helderberg Personnel brand is our commitment to attending to our clients’ needs, culture and values and to ensure that, through comprehensive interviews with candidates, the overall match is determined to ensure a long term relationship. The identity of the client remains confidential at all times. We understand that our function is to ensure that the candidate must become a strategic partner to a business instead of a mere employee. Helderberg Personnel has achieved a steady growth over the last years and we have evolved into one of the leading agencies in the region. We have made placements cross functional, cross industry and up to senior management level.