466 Service Engineer jobs in South Africa

Project Location(s): Kempton Park, Johannesburg

Compensation: TBA

• Conduct maintenance (Checklist Services) on CNC machine tools at customer sites throughout JHB, DBN, CPT and PE.
• Provide high-quality technical assistance to customers to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Work within a cross-functional team for excellent customer service
• Train customers to operate and machines to ensure maximum productivity
• Act as a Retecon and Puma Machine Tools ambassador promoting our products and work directly with customers during installations and repairs to enable their business success
• Document customer machine information and technical conditions and make improvement suggestions

• Machine Tool Millwright Technician preferred for this position
• Focused on customer service and quality
• Technologically savvy and have some electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience
• Flexible to enjoy frequent travel assignments
• Experienced in software and file management

• A generous benefits package that includes medical, pension, company laptop, cell phone and tools
• Opportunities to advance and further your career

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Lasec SA is looking to recruit a Service Engineer to join the Johannesburg (Midrand) NSU Team reporting to the NSU Manager.

Requirements that must be met:

• Minimum N5 Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering qualification with Trade Test certificate and or/Diploma or similar.
• Experience as an Electronics/Instrumentation mechanician on component and board level.
• Be familiar with Laboratory Scientific and Analytical instrumentation.
• Be familiar with SANAS mandate and ISO17025/2005 accreditation.
• Experience in refrigeration would be advantageous.
• Be comfortable with local travel and where required, travel into Africa.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain the products sold by the company to new and existing customers, accurately recording and processing related documents and records.
• Install, commission and calibrate all equipment sold by the company.
• Offer training on all newly installed and existing customer products within our product range.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and instruments sold by the company.
• Troubleshoot and repair all equipment where necessary.
• Provide technical solutions to customers who visit the office and/or via the telephone.
• Maintain competence by growing product and technical knowledge to ensure that you are up to date with the latest products, developments and designs.
• Assist and participate with all training sessions which are aimed at facilitating the maintenance of the company’s product range.
• Assist Sales Reps with identifying sales opportunities for new or replacement equipment
• Promote the company’s services and products.

Remuneration will be discussed at final interview stage.

Should you wish to apply for the position please email

The closing date for applications is 16:00 on Thursday, 03 July 2024.

The Company reserves the right not to make an appointment should no suitable candidates apply

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

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Installation and commissioning of machines, attachments, parts, and electrical equipmentInstructing customer personnel on proper setup, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairConducting post-installation training and providing ongoing service and supportCreating new customers in collaboration with sales executives to meet targetsInitiating continuous improvement activities and ensuring effective communication on service and warranty issuesTraveling globally to customer sites, often at short notice and for extended periodsManaging machine breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and conducting down-time studies to improve production efficiencyRecommending repairs, part replacements, and upgrades to ensure optimal machine performancePromoting a professional image and working closely with sales staff and engineering teams to resolve issues and ensure customer satisfaction Skills & Experience : A minimum of five years in the field of manufacturing and fabricationThe installation, hands-on maintenance, and removal of heavy machinery for industrial applicationsExperience in Health and SafetyProject Management experienceAn understanding of equipment technical specifications and application to processing systemsA good knowledge of PLCs Fault finding & Programming in Allen BradleyExperience with Control Panel design and Machine wiringCommissioning experience of process systemsPrevious experience with food processing equipment and systems Minimum requirementsCompletion of Trade QualificationsMillwrightCertificate or Associate Diploma in EngineeringCommissioning of machinesMinimum 5 years experience in a similar positionOnly South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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Service Engineer • Johannesburg, Gauteng

Your role : Responsible for following defined procedures and methodologies to install, configure, test, maintain, and support hardware and software solutions. This includes problem identification, system architecture definition/specification, implementation, basic integration, validation and verification testing, customer education, solution activation, and system restoration.

You are responsible for:

• Serving as the technical resource for implementing solutions that require analysis of situations or data, with an in-depth knowledge of the solution.
• Preparing site assessments.
• Providing technical review of system configurations to ensure system performance viability.
• Preparing as-built drawings to document work completed during projects or specific jobs.
• Resolving complex customer issues requiring independent judgment based on product knowledge and skills.
• Providing remote and on-site technical support to the installed customer base.
• Instructing customers in the operation and maintenance of Philips solutions.
• Performing regular maintenance, technical modifications, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Escalating any technical configurations that do not meet standards.
• Proactively suggesting process and product improvements based on site experiences and IT knowledge.
• Delivering customer projects that require analysis of situations and a full understanding of the solutions being implemented.
• Working independently with minimal instruction, often taking the lead in customer engagements.
• Using independent judgment to adapt to variances in customer environments for effective results.
• Completing assigned project activities responsibly within estimates and delivery methods.
• Collaborating with project managers, clinical application consultants, other engineers, third-party entities, and customer technical leads.
• Providing regular status updates on installation activities.
• Assisting in solution selling processes with Account Managers.
• Diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues remotely and on-site.
• Analyzing reported problems via Remote Service or direct contact, collaborating with support engineers to develop resolution plans, escalating complex issues, and communicating updates to customers and management.

Skills and Experience Needed:

• College degree or equivalent in Clinical, Electrical, or Computing Systems Engineering; Biomedical Engineering preferred.
• At least 5 years’ experience with CT, MRI, Image Guided Therapy, or Digital X-ray in a customer-facing role.
• Strong PC skills including Windows, Office, and basic networking.
• Ability to interpret test results and apply them to repairs.
• Willingness to attend overseas equipment training and travel occasionally for support.
• Availability for standby duty as per regional schedules.
• Strong customer focus, effective communication, problem-solving mindset, and teamwork skills.

Employment Equity
The company's Employment Equity Plan and Targets will guide recruitment. We encourage applicants with disabilities. Only South African citizens by birth or naturalization before 27 April 1994 are eligible.

Work Environment:
This is a field role. Office-based teams work at least 3 days/week onsite. Roles may require working at customer or supplier locations outside main facilities.

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The FSE is responsible for all technical concerns from the Rapid Hub he/she owns including all Technical Assistance Centre (TAC) escalations. The role also contains a training element as we engage with dealer technicians to provide on-the-job training and guidance.

1. Lead & support dealer technicians to diagnose and resolve high ageing technical concerns which cannot be addressed through the TAC.
2. Provide technical support to TAC engineer / Zone Manager / CRC agent on litigation.
3. Summarize the cause of all concerns and submit a One-Pager within the agreed timelines after the dealer visit to flow information through to the relevant PVT engineering teams.
4. Lead Technical Audits, Skill Inventory analysis and PDI audits. On-the-job training to technicians for TSB, FSA, SSM, SST usage and diagnostic concerns.
5. Provide support and advice to Dealers with respect to, but not limited to, Ford technician training, Skill Mix, Technician competence, Special Service Tools and equipment requirements.
6. Support central SEO / PCE / PD / PVT teams on technical concern or fix validations, TSB corrections, workshop manual corrections and training contents corrections.
7. Support on Vehicle Off Road (VOR) / Rapid Hub / CRC initiatives on daily review of open/ageing concerns along with Cross-Functional Teams and address diagnostic related ageing concerns by guiding dealer technicians.
8. Support Fix It Right First Time by assisting dealers with a good technical diagnosis and workshop practice to provide robust fixes to customers.
9. Attend relevant PCE / PVT meetings for information sharing and emerging concern update.
10. Support / conduct regular Service Manager and Service Foreman meetings.
11. Vehicle Off Road (VOR) Days Measured.
12. Dealer Satisfaction Index.
13. Quality of Information Reported to PVT/ CRC / TAC.
14. Fix It Right First Time Measurable.

1. Strong verbal communication and writing skills in English.
2. Fully competent with vehicle diagnostics and technical repair of vehicles.
3. Process orientated with a disciplined, enquiring, and empathetic approach to problem solving.
4. Outgoing approach to engage with people with a view to resolving and teaching.
5. Good time management and prioritisation skills.
6. Self-motivated, responsible, and dependable with sound ethical values and a good grasp of business relationships.
7. Proficiency in the use of Windows, MS Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel.
8. Prepared to travel locally and internationally at short notice and for multiple days at a time.

1. Tertiary Engineering qualification (Minimum 3 year diploma) from a recognized university/college.
2. Vehicle diagnostics and technical problem-solving experience a must.
3. PTS and FDRS Experience will be beneficial.
4. Dealership operations and workshop experience an advantage.
5. Must have a valid South African Driver's license.
6. Must have a valid Passport.

Skinchem, 1 Bell Street, Meadowdale, Germiston

Skinchem, 1 Bell Street, Meadowdale, Germiston

Our client is a leader in the food packaging industry.

We are looking for a seasoned Field Service Engineer with some Sales Experience in the Manufacturing Industry.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in troubleshooting and repair activities to equipment.
• Mentor and train Apprentice Engineer with routine maintenance, fault finding and installations.
• Attend to breakdowns during and after business hours.
• Sales visits to new and existing clients when technical responsibilities are slow.
• Collect information and open an enquiry.
• Present the offer to the client and go through the specification of the machine.
• Follow up on opportunities from quotation right through to order.
• Compile detailed visit reports on Salesforce.
• Handling of customer complaints and resolving conflict.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Allied Qualification in Electronic Engineering / Mechatronics
• Formal Sales Training would be advantageous.

Skills & Attributes:

• Solid understanding of electronic engineering principles and concepts.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Technical Marketing/Sales experience an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyse complex problems and identify solutions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies in the field of Weighing and Inspection Equipment.

Skinchem, 1 Bell Street, Meadowdale, Germiston

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Company Name: Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA)

Must reside or be willing to relocate to central Florida.

Travels to dealers to evaluate and improve technical service processes; identifies and formally reports product quality concerns; assists technicians with difficult diagnoses and repairs; conducts occasional technical training to support Center of Excellence (COE). Focuses on vehicles in the assigned COE market area to better understand the effect of weather and geographic issues. Goal is to maximize customer ownership experience and promote the Isuzu brand.

1. 50% - Assumes responsibility for resolution of escalated technical assistance cases, contacts dealer personnel to resolve vehicle repair concerns virtually. Performs on-site inspections and repair to resolve issues that are not resolved virtually. Assists the technician in methods of locating the cause and correction for the condition.
2. 20% - Evaluates dealer technical repair processes to ensure Isuzu standards and customer satisfaction are achieved and maintained. Observes, measures, and reports entire repair process including but not limited to accurate repair order write-up; dispatch to qualified technician; quick and accurate diagnosis; customer communication; parts ordering; parts dispatch; quality and efficient repair; workmanship control; and delivery. Performs specific areas of evaluation to identify opportunities in dealer service department performance related to shop safety and efficiency, 5S organization, repair quality and accuracy, low cost of ownership, minimal downtime, and Isuzu brand value.
3. 10% - Attends in person legal and fire inspections, provides technical guidance for legal team and fire investigation team. Creates reports for inspections when requested.
4. 10% - Assists TAC inbound call center, assists Training department, assists Fleet department on an as needed basis.
5. 10% - Conducts instructor-led technical training to support COE training function.
6. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• Reports to: National Manager, Brand Quality

• Associate degree in automotive technology or mechanical engineering, or equivalent directly related work experience
• Minimum three years engineering/technical experience in the automotive field

• Strong knowledge of diesel/IC engine and powertrain systems
• Knowledge of application engineering
• Knowledge of government standards for emissions, safety, etc.

• Strong mechanical and technical skills
• Basic PC skills in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills

The employee must be able to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer. There are occasional instances requiring lifting of light to average objects (5 lbs. to 60 lbs.) and rare instances requiring lifting of heavy objects (over 60 lbs).

The position has exposure to heat, cold, grease, exhaust fumes, noise, dirt fields etc. At times required to get under a vehicle or climb into the engine compartment.

Position requires 30-60% travel including overnight stays.

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Job Description

Job Title
Field Service Engineer

Job Description

Your role : responsible for defined procedures and methodologies to install, configure, test, maintain and support hardware and software solutions, including problem identification, system architecture definition / specification, implementation, basic integration, validation and verification testing, customer education, solution activation, and system restoration.

You are responsible for

• Serves as the technical resource for implementing solutions that require analysis of situations or data, and an in-depth knowledge of the solution.
• Prepares site assessments.
• Provides technical review of system configurations to ensure viability of system performance.
• Prepares as-built drawings to document work completed during project or particular job.
• Resolves complex customer issues requiring independent judgment based on product knowledge and skills.
• Provides remote and on-site technical support to installed customer base.
• Instructs customers in the operation and maintenance of the Philips solution.
• Performs regular maintenance, completes required technical modifications, and conducts troubleshooting and repair to remedy issues.
• Escalates any technical configuration that is not consistent with technical standards.
• Proactively suggests process and product improvements based on site experiences and IT knowledge.
• Delivers customer projects that require analysis of situations and full understanding of the solution being implemented.
• Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, works independently, and should be able to take the lead role in most customer engagements.
• Exercises independent judgment to adapt to typical variances in the customer environment for obtaining effective results.
• Properly completes assigned project activities with responsibility for results within project work estimates and defined delivery methods
• Works in conjunction with internal project managers, clinical application consultants, field service engineers, senior Technical Consultants, third-party entities, and customer technical lead.
• Provides regular status of installation activities to project manager, other team members, and functional manager.
• Collaborates with Account Manager to assist in the solution selling process.
• Diagnoses and resolves technical hardware and software issues (remotely & on-site).
• Analyzes reported problems via Remote Service functionality and/or direct contact with the site and collaborates with the Customer Care Solutions Center support engineer to identify, analyze and develop a resolution plan and take the actions required to resolve a customer’s issues. Resolution plans which exceed the individual’s skill or experience level are escalated to the next support level. Regular updates regarding the status of the repair activity are communicated to the customer and Philips management.
  
  

• College graduate degree level or equivalent desired in Clinical or Electrical or Computing Systems Engineering. Biomedical Engineer preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working on CT&MRI and/or Image Guided Therapy/Digital X-ray in a customer facing role.
• Excellent PC skills (e.g. experience with Microsoft Windows and Office software applications) including basic level networking skills
• Be able to understand the test results and be able to apply it to the repair process.
• The candidate must be willing to attend oversees equipment training when required
• The candidate must be willing to travel on occasional basis for support in other regions
• The Candidate must be willing to be on standby in accordance to the standby schedule in the region
• Strong Customer focus
• Capacity to listen and communicate in a clear and effective manner
• Problem solving/troubleshooting mind-set
• Strong team player
  
  

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• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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We are looking for a Field Service Engineer for our Service Hub in Cape Town.

Damen Services' mission is to support Damen's sales organization in selling ships by providing additional value in the form of services. The department implements the concept of high quality and the generally higher purchase costs.

By providing high-quality services even after the sale of a vessel, the chances of a customer choosing Damen again when replacing a vessel or expanding a fleet are increased.

At the operational level, the Services department liaises with customers and acts as the eyes and ears of the sales organization. Services offers a broad portfolio of services for the entire lifecycle of a Damen-built vessel. This includes handling warranty claims, providing training, providing spare parts, providing maintenance, and performing modifications and repairs.

This is reflected in the behavior of its employees; They are always available, proactive, keep their promises, and always go above and beyond what is asked of them. Within the Services department, the question is always: How can we make this happen?

The role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will carry out maintenance and repair work. You will supervise during construction and perform operational commissioning tasks. You will provide training for ships and ship systems at locations around the world, taking into account local conditions, cultures and customs, and ensure that the ships are kept in optimal operational condition.

Responsibilities

If you like the following, then this is your role!

• Troubleshooting and carrying out maintenance, overhaul and installation work related to mechanical, electrical engineering and process engineering on all relevant installations on both Damen vessels and other vessels;
• Supporting local shipyards in the operational commissioning of ships;
• Instructing/providing training to third parties regarding the operation, use and maintenance of ships;
• Performing administrative tasks and preparing project reports.

Skills & Experience

You have:

• MBO working and thinking level, WTB trained.
• Good verbal and written command of English;
• Independent personality with problem-solving skills and a high degree of customer focus;
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge of:

• Hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical engineering;
• Electrical installations, pressure equipment, internal combustion engines;
• Knowledge of safety systems such as gas detection, ESD and mechanical pressure protection;
• Inspection, testing and maintenance; Control and PLC systems;

You are:

• A pragmatic, persuasive Field Service Engineer with a strong personality who fits within a dynamic organization with a hands-on culture;
• Decisive, structured and at the same time flexible in your approach;
• Able to persuade and steer, to put things in perspective;
• The realization that sometimes you have to be patient to get results;
• Able to manage expectations.

What we offer

We want to make sure you are happy in your role, so we will support you to develop yourself in this role. We are a growing organization where innovation is the driving force. Entrepreneurship is in our DNA and that is why we continue to grow and innovate and offer plenty of opportunities.

• Personal guidance, freedom, varied work and a working environment where your opinion counts;
• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and level of education;
• A dynamic international work environment focused on technology and innovation;
• An open, informal, no-nonsense culture with short lines of communication;
• An active social environment in terms of corporate culture, events and sports.

Think you're the Field Service Engineer we're looking for? Send us your CV and a brief motivation letter. For any questions, contact our recruiter, Iulia Cristiana Alecu, at

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Damen has 35 shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries. We are still growing and that gives you options. You contribute to this growth while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities.
Working at Damen means contributing to the highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of our family.

We are Damen. We’re a family company that has been building ships for almost 100 years. However, our focus is not on the past, however – we’re looking forward. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider there is. To achieve this, we combine digital technology with our philosophy of standardised shipbuilding to offer a portfolio of services that takes care of vessels throughout the entire lifecycle. Working at Damen offers the best of several worlds. Active in more than 100 countries, with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. And we are still growing, still innovating. Which means we will continue to challenge you. You will never stop learning, and you will never get bored – we promise you that. We offer you an ocean of possibilities. Join our family.

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