PCS Technician

Location: Lichtenburg, North West, South Africa

Afrimat Industries (Pty) Ltd, Lichtenburg has a vacancy for a:

PCS Technician

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Diploma / degree in Automation, Information Technology, Industrial Electronics, Electrical Engineering Low Current or similar qualification. Reading and interpretation of P&ID and Quality Control Plans (QCPs) Code B driver’s license 5 years’ experience in PLC Programming and in the instrumentation field Knowledge of Computer and Server Hardware/Software and Fault finding Knowledge of ABB 800x DCS, Siemens S5, Siemens S7 Knowledge of Control Networks UTP, Fibre optic, Profibus, Modbus, Switches Must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Duties And Responsibilities (not Limited To)

Complete tasks assigned on the basis of priority & plant availability Initiate and complete Work Orders and ensure timely sign off / close off for completed work along with relevant feedback information and other reports as required Ensure PLC Room is kept in optimal state e.g. Clean Power(UPS), Temperature (Air-Conditioning), Support software Plant Supervision System for the operation of the plant The writing of PLC programmes to automate the plant Optimise existing controls and associated software to have optimum running conditions of the plant Upgrade existing system for improved efficiencies Establish and compile a functional diagram register for S5 Programs Keep Existing Functional Specification documentation up to date Keep software backups up to date Maintain the integrity of all software and code within the systems Ensure software and code falls within safety limits for all plant equipment and processes Maintain an accurate Change Control System Ensure pre-start checklists are available and updated for his/her plant section

Please Send The Following Documents To Apply

Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right. (File size no bigger than 3 MB)

CV Certified ID copy Qualifications

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 4 August 2026