Field Service Technician

Our client, an established supplier of industrial packaging and processing equipment, is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to support customers within the beverage sector. This is a hands-on, field-based position requiring strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding abilities, commissioning experience and the ability to work independently in demanding production environments.

• Install, commission, inspect, service, troubleshoot and repair beverage packaging machinery at customer sites.
• Provide technical support on selected beverage processing equipment where required.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and equipment control faults accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct equipment condition audits and recommend preventative maintenance or performance improvements.
• Support the installation, relocation, refurbishment and upgrading of industrial machinery.
• Assist with equipment setup, alignment, testing and production ramp-up during commissioning projects.
• Work closely with senior technicians, project managers and customer technical teams during installations and service interventions.
• Identify and communicate technical risks, project delays and additional work requirements.
• Provide technical and operational training to customer operators, maintenance staff and production personnel.
• Promote the correct and safe operation of machinery and appropriate preventative maintenance practices.
• Act as the company’s professional on-site representative during customer visits.
• Conduct pre-job briefings and post-job feedback sessions with relevant customer personnel.
• Complete accurate service reports detailing work performed, equipment condition, spare parts requirements and recommended follow-up actions.
• Record working hours, travel, expenses and site activities in accordance with company procedures.
• Comply with all company and customer health, safety and operational requirements.

• An N4 technical qualification or an equivalent recognised technical qualification.
• A qualified Millwright trade test or an equivalent electrical or mechanical trade qualification would be preferred.
• A minimum of three to five years’ experience within the beverage, packaging or industrial machinery sector.
• Proven experience working on beverage production or packaging lines would be highly advantageous.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with PLC-controlled industrial machinery would be advantageous.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic systems and basic hydraulic systems.
• Strong communication, customer service, problem-solving and administrative skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel frequently, work after hours and attend breakdowns or project installations when required.

Our client offers a salary of R65 000 to R75 000 per month
, depending on qualifications and experience, together with medical aid and provident fund benefits
.