Senior Technician / Workshop Lead

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025054/Dione

Date posted:

Friday, March 13, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

30 000

SUMMARY:

An established engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in water, wastewater, and air treatment systems for industrial and commercial applications is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Technician / Workshop Lead.
This role requires a handsâon technical professional capable of independently building, installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting complete treatment systems—from raw components to fully operational plants. This is not a junior or assistant position; it is suited to an expert who takes ownership of technical execution and workshop operations.

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:

You will lead the full physical execution of engineered treatment systems, including fabrication, assembly, installation, commissioning, and faultâfinding. You will also oversee workshop activities, ensuring workflow efficiency, build quality, and technical standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities:

System Build & Fabrication

Construct stainlessâsteel, skidâmounted treatment systems
Perform precision welding, pipework layout and full mechanical assembly
Interpret technical drawings and convert them into complete physical systems
Prepare systems for commissioning, testing, and client handover

Installation & Commissioning

Install complete water treatment and bottling systems onâsite
Conduct electrical wiring for pumps, dosing systems, UV, ozone units and control panels
Diagnose and resolve hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues independently
Commission systems to operational and performance standards

Workshop Leadership

Oversee workshop operations and technician workflow
Ensure consistency and high buildâquality across all projects
Identify improvements in assembly processes and system reliability
Train and mentor junior technicians and installers

Technical Scope Includes

Filtration and purification processes
Pumps, hydraulics, and fluid handling
Electrical control panels, wiring and instrumentation
Automated bottling and packaging systems
Ozone and UV treatment technologies
Stainlessâsteel plumbing, fittings, and pipework

Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):

A recognised trade qualification
OR
Extensive proven handsâon experience in water treatment, system installation, or industrial plant work

Additionally, you must demonstrate strong proficiency in:

Welding and stainlessâsteel fabrication
Electrical wiring and control system integration
Plumbing, hydraulics, and pump systems
Mechanical assembly and component alignment
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and system layouts

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.
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For more information contact:
Dione du Toit

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System Build & Fabrication

Installation & Commissioning

Workshop Leadership

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