Workshop and Field Service Technician

Recruiter:

SciStaff CC

Job Ref:

SCI000005/SCI

Date posted:

Friday, July 17, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We're looking for a Workshop and Field Service Technician in Cape Town!

POSITION INFO:

A leading food ingredient manufacturer and equipment supplier is seeking a Workshop Technician to join their team. The position reports to the Regional Workshops and Spares Manager. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Troubleshooting, repair of complex machinery in a professional / timely manner.
Reading and understanding of manuals /blueprints /diagrams/ mechanical schematics and electrical diagrams.
Running trails/tests on equipment and interpreting the result into further recommendations.
Undertaking installation/commissioning/training on equipment.
Writing up reports based on findings/service on equipment
Performing routine maintenance on complex equipment at site or in the workshop.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and use technical judgement on complex tasks.
Prompt assistance/advise to customers with queries / breakdowns in an appropriate manner.
Ensure customers’ expectations are exceeded in respect to quality and service.
Respond immediately to requests for workshop breakdowns to customers.
Action customer services as per schedule.
Analyse the cause of the problem.
Arrange quotes for customers to authorise repairs.
Maintain safety standards both at in-house and at customers.
Form part of the standby team.

Key Requirements: Qualified Millwright with an electrical background. At least 1-2 years’ experience working within a related field. Experience in the FMCG sector is essential. Must be willing to be on-call duty every second week, which may include Saturdays and Sundays. Valid driver's license and willing to travel. Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply.
**Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted.
***By sending us your CV you consent that your information may be kept in accordance with the requirements of the POPI Act.

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