Field Engineer

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≈ $18k – $32k per year (Estimated)
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In office (South Africa)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026. Job Mail scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Job Mail is a South African online job board offering a large selection of vacancies across the country and some positions abroad. Job seekers can search and apply for jobs online, upload a CV and receive job alerts, while employers and recruitment agencies can advertise positions to a broad national audience. The brand is one of the longer-established names in South African job advertising and is operated from South Africa.
jobmail.co.za • HQ: Pretoria, South Africa • Job Boards & Aggregators • Est. 1997

FIELD ENGINEER

Location: Kolomela Mine, Northern Cape

Industry: Mining / Automation / Heavy Industry

Employment Type: Permanent

Urgency: Immediate

Introduction

A leading engineering and automation organisation is seeking a highly skilled Field Engineer to provide technical field services at Kolomela Mine. The role focuses on control systems, advanced instrumentation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and supporting mining operations with high-demand automation solutions.

The ideal candidate has strong engineering experience, advanced control systems knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a high-pressure mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Support

  • Technical Maintenance - Perform routine and moderately complex maintenance and repairs on control systems

  • Troubleshooting - Diagnose and resolve issues related to control systems and components

  • Client Engineering Support - Communicate with engineers on site regarding technical specifications and queries

  • After-Hours Support - Provide in-person or telephonic support when required

  • Technical Input - Supply technical details for quotations, work scopes, parts and costing

  • Documentation - Complete service reports, time tracking and expense documentation

  • Tool Management - Maintain tools and test equipment

  • Internal Communication - Update account managers and sales personnel on job status and customer queries

  • Training Support - Identify and assist with training needs

  • Quality Compliance - Ensure all work meets company standards and ISO requirements

Safety

  • Safety Procedures - Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate PPE

  • Safe Work Environment - Maintain a clean, neat and safe work area

  • Safe Equipment Use - Operate and maintain equipment safely

Qualifications & Experience

  • Engineering qualification (Diploma or equivalent)

  • Instrumentation / Electrical / Auto-Electrical Trade Test

  • 5 years engineering experience in instrumentation, field service or similar industrial environment

  • Strong background in automation and advanced instrumentation systems

  • Mining, metals or automation industry experience (preferred)

  • Experience on opencast drills or shovels (highly advantageous)

  • 3 years management experience

  • Project management experience

  • Advanced experience with communication protocols: Modbus, Canbus, Ethernet

  • Advanced experience with control systems: Field instruments, I/Os

  • Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and fault finding

  • Advanced experience with HMI systems

  • Knowledge of ABB or Siemens programmable devices (advantageous)

  • Registered with ECSA as Professional Engineer or Technologist (advantageous)

Required Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Strong interpersonal and organisational skills

  • Analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting ability

  • Strong time-management and multitasking capability

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

  • Ability to understand and retain technical and safety procedures

  • Initiative, judgment and decision-making skills

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Willingness to work after hours and provide site support

What’s in it for You

  • Opportunity to enter the mining automation industry with a global leader

  • Competitive salary

  • Strong focus on professional development and growth

  • Supportive, diverse and learning-driven team environment

  • Opportunities for international exposure and collaboration

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