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PLC Technician
About the role
Defy Appliances is hiring a PLC Technician to ensure automated manufacturing equipment runs reliably and efficiently. 👉 Great opportunity for artisans / automation technicians with PLC and control systems experience. 🎯 Key Responsibilities ⚡ Respond to machine breakdowns quickly 🖥️ Diagnose PLC, HMI and automation faults 🔧 Repair machine stoppages and control failures 📈 Maintain, modify and back up PLC/HMI programs ⚙️ Support machine setups and changeovers 🔍 Identify recurring faults and improve reliability 🤝 Work with production and maintenance teams 🦺 Ensure safety compliance and procedures ⭐ Technical Skills ✔️ Siemens / Omron / Mitsubishi PLCs ✔️ HMIs ✔️ Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) ✔️ Servo Drives ✔️ Electrical drawings & schematics ✔️ Control logic systems 🗓️ Closing date:27 April 2026
Job overview
This full-time opportunity at Defy appliances is based in Ladysmith • KwaZulu-Natal and is suitable for candidates interested in building experience in PLC Technician. Review the requirements carefully and make sure your application highlights the most relevant strengths for the role.
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Requirements
- Trade Tested Artisan:
- Electrician
- Instrumentation
- Millwright
- OR
- Diploma / Degree in Mechatronics or Light Current Engineering
- Minimum 5 years experience in automated manufacturing
- PLC fault-finding experience
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