INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN/EAST LONDON – The Installation Technician will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hydroponic systems, greenhouse structures, and agricultural automation equipment. This role requires EXTENSIVE TRAVEL, please do not apply if you not willing to be out of town at least 2 weeks of the month.

REQUIREMENTS;

• Valid Driver’s License (Code 08 – not negotiable)
• Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge essential.
• Ability to work with tools, power equipment, and technical instruments.
• Ability to diagnose problems and implement solutions.
• Physically fit and able to work at heights and in outdoor conditions.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to Install and commission greenhouse process computers; fertiliser dosing systems – both plumbing and control – and similar greenhouse
• Ability to Install and commission greenhouse automation – motor/gearboxes, fans and similar electrically operated devices
• Ability to Install and commission irrigation controllers
• Service and calibrate equipment like tools and machines
• Ideally, must have electronics skills (RS485 networks and controllers like gate motors or irrigation computers) and some experience with industrial automation and/or irrigation systems.
• In-house fabrication (welding, fitting) of equipment like steel pump stands, frames and pump units
• Onsite or remote trouble-shooting of equipment malfunctions, assisting customers with DIY repairs, sometimes after hours
• Assisting customers with programming of controllers

Preferred Skills & Experience (Advantageous)

• Experience with greenhouse automation systems (motors, controllers, sensors); fertigation systems and nutrient dosing equipment; Knowledge of irrigation design principles; Technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or agricultural engineering; Experience in commercial farming operations

Salary – Market related depending on experience + company phone, vehicle for business purposes, corporate clothing and all travel expenses.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Online applications will receive preference, alternatively e-mail CV to solutions@workafrica.co.za, ensure you use “INSTALLTECH" as a reference in the subject field. Please deem your application as unsuccessful if you receive no feedback after 4 weeks