Field Service Technician Job in Limpopo, South Africa at Edge Personnel

Edge Personnel is recruiting a Field Service Technician for a company that manufactures specialised machinery for the fruit handling and packaging industry. The position is based in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa, and involves installing, maintaining and repairing equipment used in fruit processing and packaging operations.

This permanent, full-time opportunity is suited to a technically skilled professional with a background in millwright work or mechanical, electrical or mechatronics engineering. The successful candidate will provide technical support to customers, troubleshoot machinery problems and travel to client sites locally and internationally.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Field Service Technician, Fruit Packaging
• Recruitment Agency: Edge Personnel (Pty) Ltd
• Location: Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
• Job Type: Permanent, full-time
• Salary: R35,000 to R40,000 per month
• Industry: Fruit handling and packaging machinery
• Qualifications: Millwright trade certificate or relevant engineering qualification
• Experience: Machinery installation, diagnostics and preventative maintenance
• Travel: National and international travel required
• Standby: Participation in a 24/7 standby rotation during peak seasons

About the Employer

Edge Personnel is advertising this position on behalf of a manufacturer of specialised machinery for the fruit handling and packaging industry. The employer’s equipment requires installation, servicing and technical support to keep operations running effectively, particularly during busy agricultural harvest periods.

The successful applicant will work directly with customers and help maintain machinery performance at different client locations.

Job Description

The Field Service Technician will handle machinery installation, commissioning, inspections, maintenance and breakdown support. The role also includes preparing technical reports, managing spare parts and maintaining company tools and assigned service vehicles.

Because the position involves customer-facing work and travel, the technician must communicate professionally, organise work schedules effectively and respond to technical problems when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and commission machinery at customer sites.
• Complete final equipment checks and sign-offs in line with applicable CE requirements and safety standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose machinery faults and respond to breakdown call-outs.
• Provide telephone standby support when required, including during a 24/7 rotation in peak seasons.
• Help maintain equipment availability during important harvest periods.
• Plan daily service activities and identify required maintenance parts.
• Complete job sheets and technical reports promptly after work.
• Manage spare parts inventory and account for parts supplied to customers.
• Maintain company tools and assigned service vehicles.
• Coordinate service visits and equipment availability with clients.
• Gather customer feedback and identify possible equipment upgrades or new business opportunities.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have the following qualifications and skills:

• A Millwright trade certificate or a formal qualification in mechanical, electrical or mechatronics engineering.
• Proven experience in machinery installation, diagnostics and preventative maintenance.
• Strong electromechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and compliance standards, including CE regulations.
• Good planning, organisational and administrative abilities.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa and internationally.
• Availability to participate in a 24/7 standby rotation during peak seasons.

Experience with fruit handling, sorting or packaging equipment is a strong advantage.

Salary and Benefits

The advertised salary is R35,000 to R40,000 per month. The listing does not provide a detailed benefits package.

Applicants should confirm whether travel expenses, accommodation during assignments, overtime and standby compensation are covered by the employer.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity may suit experienced millwrights and mechanical, electrical or mechatronics engineering professionals who enjoy hands-on technical work and solving machinery problems.

Candidates should be comfortable travelling, communicating with customers and providing support during demanding harvest periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is the Field Service Technician job located?

The position is advertised in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa.

2. How much does the job pay?

The advertised salary is R35,000 to R40,000 per month.

3. Is this a permanent position?

Yes. The listing describes the role as permanent and full-time.

4. What qualifications are required?

Applicants need a Millwright trade certificate or a formal qualification in mechanical, electrical or mechatronics engineering.

5. Is fruit packaging experience compulsory?

The listing describes experience with fruit handling, sorting or packaging equipment as highly advantageous. General experience in machinery installation, diagnostics and preventative maintenance is required.

6. Does the role involve travel?

Yes. The technician must be willing to travel nationally and internationally.

7. Is standby work required?

Yes. The successful candidate must be available for a 24/7 standby rotation during peak seasons.

8. Does the listing offer visa sponsorship?

The supplied job description does not mention visa sponsorship. Applicants should confirm work authorisation requirements with the recruiter.