Line Technician

Recruiter

Execustaff Recruiting Services

Job Ref

JHB000267/JVDW

Date posted

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary

R-Negotiable

SUMMARY

An Engineering/Manufacturing concern is looking for a Line Technician (PTA East) with a minimum of 3 yrs experience in a production/manufacturing environment.

Experience In The Automotive Industry Preferred.

Experience with Electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematic.

Requirements:

• Matric and certified Mechatronics Artisan / Millwright Artisan.
• Experience with Electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematic.
• Ability to manufacture tools from 2-D drawings, 3-D CAD.
• Robotic Programming (spot welding, MIG welding) / PLC programming.
• MS Office.
• Well developed interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Analytical/ fault finding ability.
• Systems and deadline driven.

POSITION INFO

Duties:

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot the robotic equipment used in production and ensure the quality of sub assemblies, maintain the equipment, identify and resolve issues, and follow safety protocols.
• Install, test and maintain industrial controls / PLC programs (software and hardware).
• Maintain program (Robotic, PLC) or welding parameters
• Read and understand drawings and design concepts (Electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematic.).
• Provide line support to production in order to minimise down time.
• Perform continuous routine diagnostic checks on automated systems.
• Troubleshoot non-functioning component parts (sensors, controls, etc.).
• Isolate problems and repair or replace any necessary components.
• Monitor the line OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency).
• Perform planned, preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Ensure conformance of product to the required specification.
• Record and demarcate scrap / suspect parts after possible interference
• Maintain safety systems and ensure systems functional at all times.