40 Automation Specialist jobs in South Africa

We're seeking an innovative AI Automation Specialist to join a forward-thinking UK-based team dedicated to building smarter, scalable systems. In this role, you'll design and deploy cutting-edge automations, build AI-powered agents, and streamline processes across departments – from marketing and CRM to onboarding and internal operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of automation, AI, and operational excellence – ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

• Design, build, and maintain advanced automations using platforms like n8n, Make, or Zapier.
• Develop agentic AI workflows leveraging LLM APIs such as OpenAI or Claude.
• Automate processes across a range of tools including GoHighLevel (CRM), Notion (project management), Slack (communication), and Google Workspace.
• Collaborate with team leads to integrate AI-powered solutions into day-to-day operations.
• Translate existing SOPs and manual processes into efficient, scalable workflows.
• Maintain clean documentation and version control to ensure clarity and transparency.
• Refactor outdated automations into a robust, modern low-code stack.
• Uphold best practices for automation consistency, governance, and usability across teams.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience building low-code/no-code automations (e.g. Zapier, n8n, ).
• Strong technical knowledge of APIs, authentication flows, webhooks, data routing, and error handling.
• Experience working with tools such as GoHighLevel, Notion, Slack, and Google Workspace.
• Skilled at building automations that incorporate LLM responses and decision-based logic.
• Familiarity with agentic workflows — systems that can act, respond, and self-correct.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills in a remote-first environment.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Bonus: Proficiency in JavaScript or prior experience in AI product environments.

About the Opportunity

ANGOR is pioneering South Africa's first fully automated retail and hospitality

ecosystem — combining WhatsApp automation, AI-driven stock control, integrated

Banking payments, and a tablet-based POS Made Easy system into one seamless

platform.

We're not a POS vendor — we're building the future of business automation. From

supplier order to customer payment, every step is digital, traceable, and intuitive.

The Role

As a Retail Automation Specialist, you'll sit at the centre of this transformation. You'll

learn to configure and oversee live retail environments — ensuring stock, payments,

recipes, and shifts all run on autopilot through our integrated systems:

IntelliBot, IntelliAcc, Banking platforms, and POS Made Easy.

Your role is to keep the digital ecosystem accurate, disciplined, and financially sound

— bridging operational workflows with accounting intelligence.

Ideal for Graduates In:

• Industrial Engineering

• BCom Accounting

• Business Management

This role combines process thinking, financial insight, and automation logic —

perfect for analytical problem-solvers who enjoy building efficient systems that work

seamlessly.

What You'll Do

• Configure and maintain automated stock, payment, and POS systems.

• Validate supplier invoices using AI-based OCR learning.

• Oversee WhatsApp-based task and shift workflows.

• Ensure financial data flows accurately from supplier → POS → accounting.

• Generate and interpret monthly management accounts.

What You'll Gain

• Full training on IntelliBot, IntelliAcc, and POS Made Easy.

• Hands-on exposure to AI, automation, and fintech integrations.

• Career path toward automation consulting, process engineering, or AI

configuration.

• Competitive salary with performance-based growth.

Location

Paarl, Western Cape — with hybrid flexibility.

Apply If You

• Think in systems and flows, not isolated tasks.

• Love solving operational inefficiencies with technology.

• Are comfortable bridging finance, operations, and software.

• Are fluent in English and Afrikaans.

Position: Mobile Automation Tester

Position type: Contract

Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town (South Africa)

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced
Automation Mobile Tester
skilled in
mobile application testing
and
automation frameworks
. The candidate should have hands-on experience with
Appium
and
automation testing tools
for Android and iOS platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute automated test scripts for mobile applications.
• Perform functional, regression, and UI testing across devices.
• Identify, log, and track bugs using standard defect management tools.
• Collaborate with developers and QA teams to ensure quality releases.

Requirements:

• Experience in automation and mobile testing.
• Strong knowledge of
  Appium
  ,
  Selenium
  , or similar tools.
• Good understanding of
  Android/iOS testing frameworks
  .
• Experience with
  CI/CD integration
  and test reporting.

Thanks and Regards,

Schiffer Felix

Talent Acquisition Executive | UK & Europe

Ampstek Services Limited

Sontraer Str , Frankfurt am Main, Hessen Germany

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Nelspruit Area – Mpumalanga: Committed to ensuring optimal operation of equipment and systems by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and conducting timely repairs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant trade certificate in a Millwright or Electrician
• A minimum of 2 years' hands-on experience in maintenance
• Experience in Refrigeration will be advantageous
• Packhouse experience will be an advantage

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
• Ability to follow a maintenance schedule
• Physical and manual dexterity and agility
• Ability to troubleshoot

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

• Execute scheduled maintenance activities to minimize unplanned downtime and extend equipment life span
• Diagnose mechanical faults in pneumatic and conveyor systems; perform timely repairs to restore production
• Fabricate, assemble, and retrofit mechanical/electrical systems to improve plant efficiency to meet evolving production needs.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and local industrial regulations.
• Maintain accurate service logs, repair reports, and parts inventories for machinery and tools.
• Install, dismantle, and precisely align industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct routine inspections and testing to prevent system failures and ensure consistent operation.
• Troubleshoot and program programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and HMI interfaces.
• Ensure that work performed is to the highest standards.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted

We're a fast-growing white-label crypto exchange SaaS company, powering digital asset platforms around the world. Our 100-person fully remote team spans continents and time zones, and our clients range from fintech startups to enterprise institutions building the future of finance. As we scale, we're investing heavily in automation and AI to make our operations faster, smarter, and more scalable.

We're looking for an AI Automation Specialist to help design, build, and maintain intelligent workflows that reduce manual work and improve efficiency across the company. You'll work closely with teams in Sales, Customer Success, Compliance, Product, and Finance to understand their processes and help implement automation solutions using AI tools and workflow platforms.

This role is ideal for someone who loves solving operational problems with technology, is hands-on with AI and automation tools, and enjoys collaborating with different teams to make work better.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Design and implement automation solutions across departments, contributing to the internal automation roadmap.
• Build scripts, bots, and AI-powered agents with Zapier, Make, or n8n, and integrate them with systems like Google Workspace, Asana, GitHub, QuickBooks, TriNet, and AWS.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand workflows, recommend automation opportunities, and help teams shift from manual to automated processes.
• Support AI adoption by providing training, guidance, and documentation.
• Own projects from scoping to deployment, monitoring and optimizing automations for reliability and efficiency

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience with automation platforms (Zapier, Make, n8n) and scripting in Python or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with APIs, OpenAI or Anthropic tools, and ideally AWS (Lambda, S3, Step Functions).
• Strong understanding of generative AI and practical application of LLMs to business processes.
• Proven ability to use AI to automate knowledge work or repetitive tasks.
• Problem-solving mindset, excellent communication skills, and comfort working with remote, cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage projects with minimal supervision

Bonus Points:

• Experience in crypto, fintech, or regulatory tech
• Familiarity with internal tool builders, Slack workflows, or Notion
• Contributions to automation or AI-related projects

Why This Role Matters:
In this role, you'll help make our company faster, more efficient, and more scalable by reducing manual work and enabling teams to focus on higher-impact tasks. If you enjoy building smart systems and helping people work better with AI - we'd love to hear from you.

About The Firm:

We're a digital marketing agency laser-focused on raising capital for private equity firms in the high-stakes world of real estate. Our dedicated team spans the United States, Philippines, and South Africa, all working together to be the go-to marketing powerhouse for real estate visionaries on the hunt for major nationwide acquisitions.

About the Role:

GenRevv is seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy Hubspot Automation Specialist. This individual will be responsible not only for setting up and maintaining HubSpot automations but also for orchestrating a variety of other technical workflows and integrations. If you're adept at using tools such as Make (Integromat), Zapier, Python scripts, Google Apps Script, and Excel to build and optimize data processes and workflows, we want to hear from you

Key Responsibilities

HubSpot Automation & Workflows

-Architect and implement complex HubSpot workflows, sequences, and email campaigns with absolute precision and consistency across multiple client brand guidelines.

-Adapt existing automations based on client feedback or evolving requirements, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

Systems Integration & Scripting

-Build and maintain integrations using Make (Integromat) and Zapier to streamline data flow between HubSpot and external applications.

-Develop and maintain low-code or Python scripts to handle custom logic, data transformations, and automation tasks.

-Utilize Google Apps Script for advanced reporting, data manipulation, and process automation within the Google Workspace ecosystem.

Data Analysis & Reporting

-Gather and structure complex datasets from various sources (HubSpot, Excel, Google Sheets, etc.) for deeper insights.

-Design dashboards and generate real-time reports that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), presenting actionable insights to stakeholders.

-Conduct quality assurance (QA) checks to ensure data integrity and accurate reporting.

Technical Troubleshooting & Support

-Act as the first line of technical support for automation, scripting, and integrations, swiftly diagnosing and resolving issues.

-Perform ongoing maintenance, updates, and improvements to all existing automations and scripts.

-Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and client teams to handle any technical roadblocks.

Workflow Optimization & Quality Assurance

-Evaluate existing processes to identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency.

-Rigorously test workflows, scripts, and automations to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.

Implement best practices for process documentation, version control, and continuous improvement.

Security & Confidentiality

-Uphold the highest standards of security and confidentiality to ensure sensitive client data is protected at all times.

-Monitor integrations for compliance and promptly address potential vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

-Technical Expertise: Minimum of 2 years' experience working with HubSpot. Hands-on experience with Python, Make (Integromat), Zapier, Google Apps Script, and low-code platforms.

-Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficient in Excel, Google Sheets, and other data visualization or BI tools. Able to manipulate and interpret complex datasets to glean actionable insights.

-Automation & Workflow: Proven track record of designing, building, and troubleshooting complex marketing and sales automations across multiple platforms.

-Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a knack for diagnosing and resolving technical issues quickly.

-Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to seamlessly collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams.

-Team Player: Willingness to share knowledge, document processes, and contribute to an environment of continuous learning.

-Time Zone Availability: Must be willing to work Full Time Eastern Standard U.S. Hours

If you're passionate about using technology to create seamless marketing operations and enjoy tackling complex workflow challenges head-on, GenRevv wants you on our team

Apply now and help us revolutionize real estate marketing with cutting-edge automation and data-driven insights.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R52,000 per month

Work Location: Remote

Department:
Operations

Location:
Cape Town

Description
Creating and maintaining automated legal precedents used by law firms throughout Canada, the UK and South Africa. These precedents include both statutory court forms, as well as general legal documents and correspondence documents customised on behalf of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Document construction, formatting and styling, using MS Word as well as proprietary MS Word-like user interfaces.
• Researching and understanding the environment in which the document will operate.
• Analysing the degree to which the document should be automated.
• Creating the automated document using in-house programing tools involving document logic ("if then/else"), fillpoints/stop-codes and dialogs.
• Testing, trouble shooting, and maintaining the documents developed.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Must love Documents
• Analytical, structured, organized, methodical and logical.
• Must have an eye for attention to detail.
• Must have advanced word processing skills in general and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word in particular.
• Quick learner.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time well.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ability to work accurately at a fast pace and multi-task.
• Good working knowledge of Windows Operating System, MS Office, Internet.

Nice to have:

• Experience with document automation.
• Legal / Law office domain knowledge.
• Skills in MS Office automation (eg. MS Excel).
• IT/IS background.
• Basic coding programming languages.

Job Benefits
At Dye & Durham we strive to be visionaries As a leader in our field, we ensure our employees are ready for the next challenge in their journey with us by offering internal and external training opportunities. We offer competitive salaries and a whole host of benefits including healthcare, pension, company discounts, wellness programs, and paid days off to move house or volunteer for your favourite charity.

Do you share our DNA?

• We ask how tomorrow can be better than today
• We are passionate about solving our customer's challenges
• Our ideas break boundaries
• We value different perspectives and encourage dialogue
• We take ownership and celebrate together

About The Firm:

We're a digital marketing agency laser-focused on raising capital for private equity firms in the high-stakes world of real estate. Our dedicated team spans the United States, Philippines, and South Africa, all working together to be the go-to marketing powerhouse for real estate visionaries on the hunt for major nationwide acquisitions.

About the Role:

GenRevv is seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy Marketing Automation Specialist. This individual will be responsible not only for setting up and maintaining HubSpot automations but also for orchestrating a variety of other technical workflows and integrations. If you're adept at using tools such as Make (Integromat), Zapier, Python scripts, Google Apps Script, and Excel to build and optimize data processes and workflows, we want to hear from you

Key Responsibilities

HubSpot Automation & Workflows

-Architect and implement complex HubSpot workflows, sequences, and email campaigns with absolute precision and consistency across multiple client brand guidelines.

-Adapt existing automations based on client feedback or evolving requirements, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

Systems Integration & Scripting

-Build and maintain integrations using Make (Integromat) and Zapier to streamline data flow between HubSpot and external applications.

-Develop and maintain low-code or Python scripts to handle custom logic, data transformations, and automation tasks.

-Utilize Google Apps Script for advanced reporting, data manipulation, and process automation within the Google Workspace ecosystem.

Data Analysis & Reporting

-Gather and structure complex datasets from various sources (HubSpot, Excel, Google Sheets, etc.) for deeper insights.

-Design dashboards and generate real-time reports that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), presenting actionable insights to stakeholders.

-Conduct quality assurance (QA) checks to ensure data integrity and accurate reporting.

Technical Troubleshooting & Support

-Act as the first line of technical support for automation, scripting, and integrations, swiftly diagnosing and resolving issues.

-Perform ongoing maintenance, updates, and improvements to all existing automations and scripts.

-Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and client teams to handle any technical roadblocks.

Workflow Optimization & Quality Assurance

-Evaluate existing processes to identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency.

-Rigorously test workflows, scripts, and automations to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.

Implement best practices for process documentation, version control, and continuous improvement.

Security & Confidentiality

-Uphold the highest standards of security and confidentiality to ensure sensitive client data is protected at all times.

-Monitor integrations for compliance and promptly address potential vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

-Technical Expertise: Minimum of 2 years' experience working with HubSpot. Hands-on experience with Python, Make (Integromat), Zapier, Google Apps Script, and low-code platforms.

-Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficient in Excel, Google Sheets, and other data visualization or BI tools. Able to manipulate and interpret complex datasets to glean actionable insights.

-Automation & Workflow: Proven track record of designing, building, and troubleshooting complex marketing and sales automations across multiple platforms.

-Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a knack for diagnosing and resolving technical issues quickly.

-Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to seamlessly collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams.

-Team Player: Willingness to share knowledge, document processes, and contribute to an environment of continuous learning.

-Time Zone Availability: Must be willing to work Full Time Eastern Standard U.S. Hours

If you're passionate about using technology to create seamless marketing operations and enjoy tackling complex workflow challenges head-on, GenRevv wants you on our team

Apply now and help us revolutionize real estate marketing with cutting-edge automation and data-driven insights.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R37000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Are you immediatly available Power BI expert with a passion for automating reports and eliminating manual processes?

Our client in mining is seeking an experienced
Power BI Automation Specialist
on
contract basis
to automate key reports by replacing manual extraction/transformation routines with scheduled, automated reporting on a BI platform.
Must have experience in Power BI, Azure Data Explorer (Kusto) in Azure.

Must be willing to be onsite 3 days per week in Allday, Limpopo to work and train the BI team.

Requirements

• Matric and relevant Power BI certitication or relavant tertiary qualification
• Strong
  Power BI
  (data modeling, DAX, Power Query/M, Desktop & Service, scheduled refresh, RLS).
• Solid SQL or KQL (and readiness to work extensively in Azure Data Explorer).
• Proven experience automating scheduled reporting and replacing manual processes.
• Excellent communication, training and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with
  Azure services (e.g., ADX/ADE, Data Gateway, DevOps/Git).
• Background in operations/mining or heavy industry analytics.
• Change management exposure (adoption, documentation, training plans).

Responsibilities

• Role objective :
  Replace manual extraction/transformation routines with scheduled, automated reporting on a dynamic BI platform.
• Environment:
  Azure Data Explorer (Kusto) in Azure; Power BI (Desktop & Service).
• Build scalable Power BI datasets and reports; establish scheduled refresh and dataflows/pipelines.
• Prepare and optimize data using
  Kusto Query Language (KQL)
  (strong SQL background acceptable with willingness to learn KQL).
• Refactor existing manual processes into robust, reusable transformations (Power Query/M preferred).
• Identify "manual"/off-system data sources and assist in defining requirements to capture these in a proper system of record.
• Coach and transfer skills to the Venetia BI team; produce clear documentation and handover materials.
• Collaborate with Operations, IT and stakeholders to validate outputs and embed new ways of working.