523 Field Service jobs in South Africa

We are currently looking for a Field Service Technician to join our team in Port Elizabeth . We’re an established company with over 60 years’ experience in the food processing & laundry equipment industry, constantly innovating to improve our local industries.

The successful individual will report to the Technical Director and will be responsible for the service maintenance, repairs, and installation of food processing equipment and industrial laundry equipment. In conjunction with the Service Co-ordinator, they will control the output, planning, and prioritising of workflow. The main purpose of the position is to drive service success that improves customer satisfaction, maximises customer retention, and increases profitability.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct on-site visits to clients to carry out fault finding and servicing of existing baking, freezing, and laundry equipment.
• Conduct on-site visits to clients for the installation, setup, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Administer time usage and the movement of stock, ensuring accurate accounting.
• Provide client training on newly installed and existing equipment.
• Assist clients telephonically at stipulated times.
• Maintain medical fitness to perform duties.
• Travel extensively within and outside the region and work beyond normal operating hours as required.
• Render technical assistance and advice to other technicians.
• Perform additional duties as required by the company.
• Operate a vehicle safely and use field automation systems.
• Follow all company procedures and protocols.
• Cooperate with the technical team and share information across the organisation.

• Post matriculation / N3.
• Qualified electrician with at least 2 years’ experience post Trade Test – with traceable references.
• Knowledge of servo systems will be an advantage.
• Basic practical mechanical experience with gearboxes, electric motors, and brakes.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Passport may be required.
• Proven field service experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair, and service technical equipment.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt to changing work schedules.

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Reference: CPT -CB-1

We require a Field Service Technician with audio visual experience and solid experience with the programming of Crestron and Extron control systems.

• Remote and telephonic support to clients
• Site visits
• Conduct preventative maintenance
• Fault finding
• Configure video conferencing and audio visual equipment
• Installations
• Programming of Crestron and Extron control systems
• Assist on-site Technician as needed

• Grade 12
• Audio Visual system experience
• Crestron and Extron programming
• DSP programming
• Polycom and Avaya experience
• Own car and valid license
• More than 2 years audio visual experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of wiring, cable termination
• Able to work over time, be on standby and travel when required

R 280 000 - R 340 000 - Annually

PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable. Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying. Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions.

The Service Technician is required to support all Technical Service Functions in the Eastern Cape and bordering provinces. This will include but not be limited to fault-finding/troubleshooting & repairs on all company equipment. Maintaining strong customer relations is essential. High efficiency is required in call-out turnaround times and in completing technical assessments, services & repairs to improve customer satisfaction and maximize customer retention.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirement list below is representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Achieve sales targets through sales of spare parts, preventative maintenance contracts & assessment services.
• Plan country trips to outline areas for the purpose of conducting assessments, repairs, and attending to service-related queries.
• Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers.
• Service & repair company equipment to full working capacity.
• Plan and execute all service backorders.
• Schedule and attend service callouts.
• Fill in and complete job cards for any service repairs, warranties, or labour jobs completed.
• Provide in-service training and product education on all products in the market.
• Promote extended warranties, service level agreements, and planned preventative maintenance plans.
• Keep a strong follow-up on all open quotes.
• Keep up to date with company product knowledge.
• Data capturing and record keeping of assessments.
• Accurately diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain high levels of service and technical support to all customers.
• Adequate stock control management for planned repairs and services.
• Complete warranty repairs and provide inspection reports to QRC.
• Complete field actions as required by the quality team.
• Maintain and follow up on warranty processes and procedures for all intended repairs.
• Assist with service-related queries at hospitals and customer sites.
• Assist with in-house service-related queries and requirements.
• Service & repair equipment to meet customer expectations.
• Maintain company vehicle in good condition.
• Keep daily records on vehicle mileage and route planners.
• Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards on all company products.

• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Relevant tertiary qualification will be an advantage.
• Aftersales knowledge, strong technical and mechanical mindset.
• Basic computer literacy skills in MS Excel and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license (Code 08/EB) and PDP would be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently. Excellent time management skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Available to work outside of normal office hours, as per customer requirements. Ad hoc travel and visits to regional provinces.

• Energetic.
• Solid business acumen.
• Planning and prioritizing of tasks.
• Punctual.

Overview

Vacancy: FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Area: Mbombela/Nelspruit, Mpumalanga

• Mechanical maintenance and repairs on filters
• Visiting clients within the agricultural industry
• Able to sleep out (1-3 weeks) when required
• Willing to travel far distances (company bakkie)

• Technical understanding
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport to work
• Valid driver’s license
• Residing in/or around Nelspruit

Starting salary between R8,000 – R12,000

Ideal & Selected Candidates

Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

Overview

We are assisting our client in recruiting for a Field Service Technician.

Location: Gauteng (travel nationally as required)

• Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on crushing, screening, and earthmoving equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, inspections, and scheduled services to OEM standards.
• Carry out mechanical assembly, hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Provide field-based support to clients, ensuring minimal downtime and effective problem resolution.
• Document service work accurately and provide detailed feedback to technical and service teams.
• Train and support clients’ technical teams on equipment operation and basic maintenance.
• Uphold the Company’s safety standards and compliance protocols on all job sites.

• Strong technical knowledge of heavy equipment, specifically earthmoving / crushing machinery.
• Proficiency in maintenance, diagnostics, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to isolate and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset with a hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
• Safety-focused with a high attention to detail.

• Mechanical Engineering or Trade Certificate (Earthmoving Equipment, Millwright, or related).
• 3–6+ years’ hands-on experience with OEM equipment (e.g., Wirtgen, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Bell, Volvo, or similar).
• Previous experience on capital equipment within mining, quarrying, or construction industries advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license essential.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site with clients across South Africa.

• Reliable, hardworking, and committed to delivering results.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Customer-focused with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly.

Please note only candidates who have the above criteria will be contacted.

Join to apply for the Field Service Technician role at Bearing Man Group (Pty) Ltd t/a BMG

To provide Customers with a superior and reliable technical service offering. Support BMG Branch’s and in so enhances value to the BMG brand with the aim of differentiating BMG from market competitors. Find remedy to technical challenges and in so partner BMG Branches in the promotion and sale of BMG products.

• Conduct on-site equipment installation, removal, adjustment, assembly, repair, modifying, measuring, data gathering, oil sampling and associated tasks on customer’s equipment as required.
• 80% of work is bearing related, e.g., removal, installation, inspection, rotor balancing, shaft alignment.
• Promote BMG Field Services capability to prospective customers.
• Coordinate with Field Services Manager/Supervisor to estimate the extent of work, report on required services (e.g., cranage, rigging, electrician), and receive quotations for proposed scope of work for customer approval.
• Communicate order outcomes to stakeholders.
• Inspect problematic installations and equipment under suspicion of warranty or malfunction.
• Identify and report on the nature of failure or root cause and propose a remedy.
• Take on added duties such as data gathering and analysis using SPM Condition Monitoring techniques and promote sales of condition monitoring equipment through demonstrations to customers.

• Grade 12 or equivalent secondary education
• Valid Trade qualification
• 5 Years relevant heavy industry knowledge after qualifying in a relevant mechanical trade
• Extensive bearing installation experience
• Extensive industrial gearbox repair experience
• Must be able to obtain valid medical clearance to work on mines, surface and underground
• Must be able to pass induction and access requirements of all major customers in the primary area of assignment
• Willingness to attend formal and informal training courses to acquire relevant product knowledge in support of the BMG range of products
• Ability to travel, spend time away from home, work unplanned overtime and inconvenient hours locally and abroad
• Valid Driver’s licence

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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Field Service Technician – Johannesburg, South Africa

Location : Johannesburg, Kempton Park

Job Type : Permanent, Full-Time

Travel : Domestic & International (13–14 days / month)

Industry : Mining Equipment & Technology

About the Role

Are you a seasoned technician with a strong electrical background and a passion for fieldwork? We’re looking for a Field Service Technician to join a dynamic team supporting cutting-edge mill relining technologies across South Africa and beyond.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the servicing, commissioning, maintenance, and monitoring of advanced equipment at mining sites. You’ll also play a key role in training site personnel, supporting spare parts sales, and ensuring customer satisfaction through technical excellence and proactive service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and commission advanced mill relining systems and associated technologies.
• Perform on-site repairs, maintenance, and training at mining operations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for equipment in the field.
• Support spare parts sales and coordinate logistics with internal teams.
• Maintain accurate service records, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Promote safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Electrical Engineering Trade Qualification – Required
• 7+ years of experience as a Field Service Technician – Required
• Extensive knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical schematics
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills
• Excellent communication and customer service orientation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and service documentation
• Ability to travel extensively (13–14 days / month) and work flexible hours
• Valid South African “C” Class Driver’s License (and ideally an international license)

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience in the hard rock mining industry
• Knowledge of grinding mill maintenance and relining
• Tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field

Field Service Technician • Johannesburg, South Africa

Overview

Our client is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform field service duties and act as a sales representative for air compressors and vacuum equipment at customer sites.

This role offers the opportunity to manage customer relationships, drive sales, and provide hands-on technical support across diverse industrial sectors.

If you are proactive, energetic, and capable of working independently while achieving ambitious targets, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career and make a tangible impact.

• Matric.
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or completed Millwright trade.
• Experience in end-user repairs and technical knowledge of air compressors.
• Knowledge or background in medical gas installations advantageous.
• Additional experience advantageous : vacuum pumps, blowers, valves, measuring instrumentation, leak detectors, or other industrial equipment.
• Experience in selling to industrial markets such as food processing, automotive, chemical and pharmaceutical, plastics, medical, and water and wastewater sectors.
• Must have a passport (may be required to travel in Africa).

• Technically skilled and hands-on, with strong verbal and written communication.
• Professional, proactive, and results-oriented, able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Energetic, motivated, adaptable, and capable of multitasking under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Confident, analytical, and focused on achieving objectives.

• Communicate proficiently with customers verbally and via email daily.
• Liaise with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Call on existing and new customers, maintaining relationships and growing business with them.
• Identify new prospects and conduct cold calls to potential customers.
• Set and pursue ambitious sales targets and generate new pump sales.
• Grow field service by procuring active service contracts.
• Track previous services completed and encourage repeat service engagements.
• Generate service repair sales for Busch workshops.
• Generate new pump sales, including spares, pumps, and systems.
• Provide on-site problem-solving.
• Install and repair vacuum pumps and systems on site.
• Develop and implement strategies in collaboration with the sales team.
• Complete weekly and monthly reports accurately and on time.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, including technicians, engineers, maintenance managers, consultants, contractors, distributors, and end users.
• Provide accurate and consistent feedback to management.

Overview

Field Service Technician
Keep vital vacuum and air systems running while building strong customer relationships.
Johannesburg (Gauteng) R20,000 -R30,000 per month basic (CTC R35,000 -R40,000) Benefits: provident fund, group life cover, company bakkie, and phone

A leading specialist in vacuum and air solutions, serving industries such as food processing, automotive, chemicals/pharma, plastics, medical, and water/wastewater. They combine technical excellence with a consultative approach to service and after-sales support. With a growing footprint in Gauteng and across Africa, this is an opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can develop both your technical and commercial skills.

Field Service Technician, you'll be the trusted on-site expert for air compressors, vacuum pumps, and related systems. You'll keep mission-critical equipment running smoothly, while also identifying opportunities to grow service contracts, spares, and system sales. This role blends technical problem-solving with customer relationship building to ensure long-term success.

• Minimum 3-5 years hands-on experience servicing, installing, and repairing air compressors, vacuum pumps, or similar equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, delivering clear recommendations and solutions
• Manage service schedules, communicate professionally with clients, and complete reports on time
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineers, technicians, and maintenance teams
• Identify new opportunities, cold-call prospects, and contribute to achieving sales targets for service contracts, repairs, and equipment
• Track completed services and encourage repeat servicing to improve customer retention
• Collaborate with the sales team on territory strategies and opportunities
• Travel as needed (including occasional cross-border trips), ensuring a valid passport is maintained

• National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or Millwright trade qualification (preferred)
• Proven technical knowledge of air compressors (essential); additional exposure to vacuum pumps, blowers, valves, or instrumentation advantageous
• Strong commercial mindset, comfortable promoting service contracts, spares, and solutions on site
• Clear, professional communicator with solid reporting and customer-facing skills
• Proactive, organised self-starter with strong reasoning, problem-solving, and multitasking ability
• Team player who can also work independently to achieve objectives without close supervision

Benefits: provident fund, group life cover, company bakkie, and phone