Title: PLC Technician Area: Ermelo Industry exposure required: Industrial Manufacturing / Automation / Engineering Projects / Plant Expansion / Power & Process Systems Ref No.: TRG 2486 Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable Start Date: ASAP Neg. Type: Permanent Special Instructions: Strong industrial PLC, automation, commissioning, installations, and fault-finding experience essential. An excellent opportunity exists for a technically strong and hands-on PLC TECHNICIAN to join a large-scale industrial plant expansion and installation project within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be involved in industrial electrical and automation installations, commissioning, fault finding, shutdown support, plant upgrades, refurbishment work, and ongoing process optimisation within a heavy industrial operation. This role requires a practical and solutions-driven technician capable of working closely with Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, and Engineering teams during commissioning and operational startup phases. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Install, commission, test, and fault-find PLC and automation systems. Assist with industrial plant installations, upgrades, refurbishments, and shutdown work. Perform fault-finding on PLC-controlled production and process equipment. Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and control diagrams. Assist with MCC installations, motor control systems, VSDs, instrumentation, and control circuits. Configure and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems. Conduct I/O testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities. Support breakdown maintenance and plant optimisation activities. Assist with electrical panel inspections and modifications. Work closely with project engineers, contractors, electricians, and maintenance teams. Maintain compliance with safety standards, lockout procedures, and project requirements. Provide technical support during startup and production integration phases. Maintain accurate commissioning documentation and technical reports. Support preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. PLC / SYSTEMS / EQUIPMENT EXPOSURE ADVANTAGEOUS: Siemens PLC Systems (S7 / TIA Portal) Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation Schneider Electric PLC Systems Mitsubishi PLCs ABB Drives and Automation Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) Soft Starters SCADA Systems HMI Interfaces Industrial Sensors & Instrumentation MCC Panels Servo Drives & Motor Control Process Control Systems Conveyor & Materials Handling Systems Boilers & Thermal Plant Systems Biomass / Power Generation Systems Hydraulic & Pneumatic Control Systems Industrial Networking & Communications Electrical Reticulation & Distribution Systems EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: Grade 12 (Matric). N4 / N5 / N6 Electrical qualification, Diploma, or related technical qualification. PLC Programming / Automation certification advantageous. Trade Tested Electrician highly advantageous. Minimum 5+ years industrial PLC and automation experience. Strong industrial manufacturing or project installation background essential. Experience within manufacturing plants, processing plants, industrial projects, sawmills, board plants, power plants, FMCG, mining, or similar heavy industry advantageous. Strong commissioning and fault-finding capability. Hands-on electrical and instrumentation experience. Computer literate. Ability to work overtime, shutdowns, and project-related hours where required. Valid drivers licence advantageous. Stable employment history with traceable references. Local residency or willingness to relocate required.