Millwright - Field Service Technician - Johannesburg, South Africa - Network Recruitment

    Network Recruitment
    Network Recruitment Johannesburg, South Africa

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    Job Description:

    Installing and Commissioning of Equipment:
    • Assembling equipment and attachments.
    • Connecting equipment to customer-provided utilities.
    • Testing machinery to ensure full operational compliance with manufacturer's specifications.
    • Conducting machine demonstrations for product and customers personnel.
    • Introducing customer/technical staff to operation and technical manuals, emphasizing safety procedures.
    • Emphasizing the correct usage of manuals.
    • Obtaining customer sign-off and returning relevant documentation for filing.
    Service and Maintenance:
    • Performing repairs and service upon customer request.
    • Conducting tests, preferably with the product, to ensure job completion according to service or repair request.
    • Demonstrating machine operation to ensure customer satisfaction.
    • Obtaining customer sign-off on job card/service sheet for invoicing.
    Administration:
    • Preparing quotations.
    • Completing job sheets and service sheets.
    • Preparing written reports on equipment if required.
    • Ensuring spares and components used conform to manufacturers specifications.
    • Ensuring all work adheres to legislated safety regulations.
    Quality Management:
    • Conforming to Quality Management documentation.
    • Assisting in auditing the Quality Management System.

    Qualifications:
    • Must be a qualified Electrician with national accreditation and mechanical experience OR a qualified Millwright.
    • 5 years of proven experience in meat, food, or similar machinery is beneficial.
    • Valid drivers license required.
    • Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
    • Experience with a Quality Management System like ISO is advantageous.

    Communication and Presentation:
    • Fluency in English and Afrikaans with strong communication skills.
    • Capable of representing Columbit professionally at all customer levels.
    • Well-presented and confident.

    Flexibility and Availability:
    • Willingness to work overtime, including weekends and evenings when required.
    • Preparedness to spend time away from home, both locally and internationally.

    Technical Skills:
    Proficient in fault-finding, especially with electronic and automation equipment:
    • VSDs
    • CAN systems (Profibus, CAN bus, Profinet, Ethernet)
    • Safety controllers, relays, and sensors
    • Encoders
    • Servo motors and controllers
    • PLCs and Input/Output modules
    • P&ID systems
    Attention to detail in mechanical assemblies:
    • Bushes removal and re-fitment methods
    • Linear drives (Ball screws, lead screws)
    • Pneumatics (Regulators, Flow restrictors, Valves, Cylinders, etc)
    • Belts and pulleys (Alignment, Tensioning, Toothed belts)

    Personal Attributes:
    • Accurate, self-motivated, and able to take initiative.
    • Willingness to learn and work under pressure.