PLC Specialist, Tshwane at Sheldon Recruitment

• We are seeking a PLC Specialist for a permanent vacancy based in Tshwane, Gauteng

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:  

• 5 years’ experience in Automation and Instrumentation
• Extensive working knowledge of PLC programming, Siemens ABB; KUKA; KRC 4; TIA Portal, Integra wave 4; PLC programming, Siemens S5 & S7, Festo S7, Festo and ABB Stamp master
• T3/S4 Diploma Instrumentation/ Electronic/Electrical/Mechatronics
• 2-3 years as Technician in the electrical field, especially in Automation (pneumatics, hydraulics, maintenance/robotics/projects)

Knowledge and Skills required-

• Technical techniques; Fault finding and Robots repair and maintenance
• Manufacturing processes; Basic understanding of quality systems
• Fault finding and maintenance of presses
• Communication, problem solving & interpersonal skills

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Repair and maintain robots to ensure customer and company quality standards are met
• Do fault finding and preventative maintenance as per maintenance schedule according to job cards and relevant works instruction
• Compile feedback on time sheets and ensure accurate repair data
• Ensure company procedures, works instruction and quality systems are always adhered to.
• Participate actively in the departmental problem solving as per company requirements
• Ensure that works practises comply with the company SHEQ procedures and works instructions.