65 Electronics Technician jobs in South Africa

Overview

Our client in the Manufacturing Sector is currently looking to employ an experienced Electrical Technician to join their dynamic team in Port Elizabeth.

An awesome career opportunity awaits you!

• Conduct daily planned and preventative maintenance on electrical and automated systems.
• Coordinate with production teams to schedule maintenance without disrupting operations.
• Ensure all electrical components and parts are available in time for scheduled work.
• Perform diagnosis and root cause analysis on equipment failures.
• Implement corrective actions to eliminate recurring electrical faults.
• Maintain accurate records of downtime, faults, and corrective actions taken.
• Provide support to production on electrical issues and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure equipment is operating to quality standards.
• Use and maintain statistical process charts to monitor equipment performance.
• Ensure workplace adheres to safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards at all times.

• Repairs – 45%
• Maintenance – 15%
• Training – 10%
• Compliance – 10%
• Cost Control – 10%
• Customer Service – 10%

• Matric / Grade 12 (minimum).
• Qualified Artisan (N5) - Trade Test.
• Diploma in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of automated manufacturing equipment (including PLCs and robotics).
• A good understanding of quality requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Ability to perform fault-finding and root cause analysis on electrical systems.

Location: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) • Sector: Automotive / Manufacturing / Electronics • Experience: 8 to 10 years • Package: R

• Maintaining electrical, control and instrumentation systems on existing machinery and equipment.
• Attending to process instrumentation related equipment breakdowns.
• Fault finding in electrical, instrumentation and control equipment.
• Attending to electrical related equipment breakdowns, if required.
• Providing Technical assistance to processing and utilities plant.
• Installation of instrumentation and control systems on new machinery and equipment.
• Upgrading, optimizing and modifying control systems.
• Adhering to all relevant quality, health & safety policies, and procedures.
• Completing all relevant administration.
• Providing inputs for budgets (OPEX and CAPEX).
  
  

• Qualified Instrumentation Technician (National Diploma/N6 Diploma).
• Trade Test will be advantageous.
• At least 3 years relevant experience in the instrumentation and Control environment.
• Working knowledge of:

• PLC/HMI programming (Siemens PCS 7, Win CC, Simotion Scout, TIA Portal, etc.).
• Industrial networks (Profibus, Ethernet, ASI, etc.).
• Scada Systems / Plant Information Systems.
• Electrical and instrumentation components (contactors, overloads, starters, sensors, PT100, etc.).
• Variable speed drives (Danfoss, Telemechanique, Lenze, etc.).
• Familiar with process plant and utilities controls and instrumentation
• Computer literate in MS Office package (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Willing and able to work shifts.
• Willing and able to work extended hours (overtime) as and/or when required.
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.
  
  

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About the Company

Applications are invited for a suitably qualified individual to take up the position of Engineering Services Senior Support Technician at Nortech International. The main purpose of the job is to provide a technical support function to both the Operations and Sales departments, as well as providing external Customer support on existing products.

About the Role

This will encompass functions that ensure the smooth running of the production area by providing support when technical difficulties are encountered, alternate component sourcing, resolution to product reliability issues, etc. The job will also entail short term developments to existing products in line with customer requirements and feature enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Customer support.
• Technical support.
• Production support.
• Product testing and evaluation.
• Technical documentation.
• Short term developments.
• Alternate component sourcing and evaluation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a BTECH in Electrical Engineering L/C (or equivalent).
• 4-years (ideally) work experience.

Required Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Good understanding of microcontroller based digital systems.
• Good understanding of analogue components and circuits.
• Be a logical problem solver and be able to explain problems and solutions clearly.
• Have basic soldering skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Be a self-motivated and self-disciplined worker.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to C programming.
• Exposure to Schematic and PCB layout/design (Altium).

(EE/AA preference will be considered)

We Go Places How about you?
Immediate Superior: Automation and Control Engineer.

Job Grade: 9

Location: Springs

Function: Supply Chain

Sub Function: Manufacturing

Type of Contract: Perm

Reference Number:

Closing Date: 04/07/2025

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based in Supply Chain
, Springs.
The successful applicant will report to the
Automation and Control Engineer.
Key Performance Areas Include, But Not Limited To

• Maintaining electrical, control and instrumentation systems on existing machinery and equipment.
• Attending to process instrumentation related equipment breakdowns.
• Fault finding in electrical, instrumentation and control equipment.
• Attending to electrical related equipment breakdowns, if required.
• Providing Technical assistance to processing and utilities plant.
• Installation of instrumentation and control systems on new machinery and equipment.
• Upgrading, optimizing and modifying control systems.
• Adhering to all relevant quality, health & safety policies, and procedures.
• Completing all relevant administration.
• Providing inputs for budgets (OPEX and CAPEX).

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Qualification/experience/skills

• Qualified Instrumentation Technician (National Diploma/N6 Diploma).
• Trade Test will be advantageous.
• At least 3 years relevant experience in the instrumentation and Control environment.

• Working knowledge of:

• PLC/HMI programming (Siemens PCS 7, Win CC, Simotion Scout, TIA Portal, etc.).

• Industrial networks (Profibus, Ethernet, ASI, etc.).
• Scada Systems / Plant Information Systems.
• Electrical and instrumentation components (contactors, overloads, starters, sensors, PT100, etc.).
• Variable speed drives (Danfoss, Telemechanique, Lenze, etc.).
• Familiar with process plant and utilities controls and instrumentation
• Computer literate in MS Office package (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Willing and able to work shifts.
• Willing and able to work extended hours (overtime) as and/or when required.
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

Reference

Sector FMCG

Location Gqeberha

Job Type full_time

Experience 3 to 5 years

Qualifications No education

Package Negotiable

Description

Our client in the FMCG industry, based in Port Elizabeth, is currently looking to employ an Electronics Technician (Bottling / Packaging).

Requirements:

• N4 – N5 equivalent Electrical / Electronic qualification (NQF 5).

• Electrician / Electronic Technician trade should be equivalent to N5.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Siemens software programming.

• Experience with various PLCs including Siemens S5 and S7.

• Ability to assist Production Controllers with problem-solving on production machines and equipment.

• Knowledge and experience of effective housekeeping principles.

• Understanding of health and safety standards.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Leadership capabilities.

• Ability to function in a team environment as well as being a self-starter.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain electronic process control systems – hardware and software.

• Ensure that installation of new process control systems is done according to company standards.

• Maintain field hardware including loop checks and calibration.

• Review process control philosophies and recommend optimisation.

• Audit process control programmes regularly and ensure changes are made according to ISO procedures.

• Ensure the necessary documentation is completed, including installation drawings, P&IDs, loop identification, field and termination tagging.

• Coordinate and program individual machine outputs to optimise overall line performance.

• Ensure proper access control to electronic systems.

• Fault find and maintain electronic equipment.

• Ensure current backup for electronic systems is saved to the designated server location.

• Actively participate in Minibuses Operating System activities.

• Perform all relevant administrative functions.

• Train and coach Production Controllers, Artisans, Machine Controllers, and Operators.

• Assist Artisans and Production Controllers with their tasks.

• Achieve production requirements against set targets.

• Optimise asset performance.

• Optimise and maintain electronic equipment.

• Perform PLC programming tasks.

• Achieve service quality standards in line with the Quality Management System.

• Implement workplace improvement initiatives aligned with business plans.

• Perform general administrative duties.

• Supervise and guide team members when necessary.

• Conduct proper Root Cause Analysis.

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Job Title

Senior Electronics Technician- Rietondale, Pretoria

• Device Assembly & Build Support
• Perform accurate soldering
• Testing & Fault Diagnosis
• Conduct functional and performance tests on all outgoing and returned units.
• Identify faults, troubleshoot failures, and perform necessary repairs.

• Maintain comprehensive records of build processes, test results, and unit modifications.
• Draft detailed reports for returned units to support client communications.

• Support the Head Technician with production planning, tracking, and inventory updates.
• Help implement improvements to technical workflows and internal systems.

• Work closely with operations, engineering and assembly staff to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and assist with R&D activities where relevant.

• Technical diploma or certification in Electronics, Mechatronics, or similar field.
• Proven experience with electronics assembly, soldering, and hardware testing.
• Competence with tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and basic diagnostic equipment.

• Familiarity with component-level repair and rework.
• Interest or background in conservation technology is a plus.
• Organized, reliable, and able to manage documentation effectively.

• Excellent attention to detail and steady hands for fine assembly work.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Effective communicator with a team-oriented mindset.

UNITEC is an international group specialized in designing and manufacturing innovative solutions for sorting, processing, packing and selecting the quality of fresh fruits and vegetables.

At international level, to be close to our Customers and ensure the complete functionality of their lines, UNITEC has set up a network of 20 operating branches in the most important countries of the fruit and vegetable industry and a sales structure that enables the UNITEC Group to connect tto the individual needs of Customers in over 65 countries.

For our branch in Paarl, South Africa, we are looking for an:

ELECTRONICS FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Job Description:

We are looking for an Electronics Field-based Service Technician to be responsible for providing primary support and service onsite.

You will also be responsible and in charge for the onsite assembly, installation, testing and maintenance of automatic processing lines, specifically PCs, vision systems (e.g. cameras) and softwares.

Job Requirements:

• Electrical and/or electronics experience and knowledge is preferred;
• Familiarity with related tools required (e.g. cabling, use of computers);
• Must be willing to travel with a flexible schedule,
• Valid driving license,
• Excellent communication and customer service skills,
• Reliability, flexibility and precision.

On Offer:

• Work with a young, dynamic environment,
• A competitive salary, company vehicle for travel, laptop, telephone and necessary tools,
• A rewarding, unique and exciting position in a fast-growing company,
• An opportunity to work with intelligent technology,
• Ongoing support and training,
• Collaborative, supportive team environment,
• Opportunity for growth, personal development and responsibility,
• An environment that encourages the free flow of ideas,
• Experience working with an international business, a great company spirit and diverse culture.

We are recruiting
Electronics Field Service Technicians
who are interested in opportunities within the fruit and vegetable processing and automation industry.

About the Role:

In this position, you will be responsible for providing onsite technical support, service, and maintenance of automated processing lines. This includes the assembly, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems such as PCs, vision systems (e.g., cameras), and related software. You will work closely with clients to ensure their equipment operates at peak efficiency, while delivering professional service and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, and commission electronic and automated systems.
• Maintain and repair equipment including PCs, cameras, and software-driven systems.
• Diagnose and resolve onsite technical issues to minimize downtime.
• Provide training and guidance to clients on the proper use of equipment.
• Deliver excellent customer service and act as a trusted technical partner.
• Travel to client sites with flexibility to meet operational needs.

Requirements:

• Strong background in electronics and/or electrical systems.
• Proficiency with relevant tools (e.g., cabling, computers, testing equipment).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Reliable, precise, and adaptable approach to work.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary, company vehicle, laptop, phone, and necessary tools.
• A dynamic, international working environment with ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities for career growth, personal development, and increasing responsibility.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology in a growing industry.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong company spirit.

What to Expect:

Once you submit your application, our team will review it carefully. If your profile aligns with the role, you will receive a message from LinkedIn notifying you of the next steps.