SA Power Services is seeking an experienced PLC Programmer with PLC fault-finding and programming background. The successful candidate must have industrial automation experience, good understanding of motion and preferably worked on softPLC like Codesys motion before.
The position is based in our Durban branch, but some travelling will be required to customer sites in different regions.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, manuals and develop software as per the specified criteria.
- Complete programming projects (PLC, HMI, drives, multi axis, motion programming) accurately and in a timely manner.
- Installation and fault finding of PLCs and controllers.
- Scada fault finding and commissioning, Service (training will be provided for Movicon NExT and GE Cimplicity).
- Work with Integration and Service Teams and assist with on-site troubleshooting as well as PLC / HMI service-related tasks.
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures considering corrective action to be taken.
- Revise, modify and repair existing programs for efficiency and upgrades.
- The person in this role must be able to manage multiple technical projects concurrently for various clients. This includes project coordination and implementation; preparation of project documentation prior to handover; project sign off and handover to the Service Team.
- Maintain customer contact throughout the project and after commissioning.
- Keeping up to date with new technology.
Key competencies and skills
- Attention to the detail, whether it is diagnostic testing or working on complex systems.
- Solving complex functional or technical problems related to the project.
- To be able to modify, update PLC and HMI Interfaces.
- Innovative/creative thinking.
- Must be able to troubleshoot various equipment in an industrial environment.
- Strong practical approach to problem solving.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
- Customer service orientated.
- Logical thinking and quality focus.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Professional and respectful.
Qualifications and experience
- Grade 12/Matric.
- A recognised qualification from a reputable institution or training centre.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar industry / factory environment.
- PLC and inverter programming knowledge.
- HMI programming experience.
- Codesys knowledge will be an advantage.
Applicants must be adaptable to flexible working hours, including working overtime when required.
Desired Skills:
- PLC Programming
- HMI Programming
- Scada
- Motion programming
Desired Qualification Level:
- Certificate
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Medical Aid
- Group Life Assurance