Robot Specialist

Job Mail • Automotive Manufacturing • 1 month ago
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≈ $27k – $65k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Pretoria)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026. Job Mail scores C 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

A leading organisation within the automotive manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Robot Specialist to join their technical team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled technician with strong experience in industrial robotics, electrical maintenance and fault finding.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Repair, maintain and optimise industrial robots to meet quality and production standards.

  • Perform preventative maintenance and fault finding in line with maintenance schedules, job cards and work instructions.

  • Troubleshoot robotic applications, electrical systems and presses.

  • Complete accurate maintenance and repair feedback and documentation.

  • Ensure adherence to company procedures, quality systems and work instructions.

  • Work in accordance with all SHEQ requirements and actively participate in departmental initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

  • NQF Level 6 qualification.

  • Qualified Electrician, Millwright, Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation professional.

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Robot Technician within an automotive manufacturing environment.

  • Extensive hands-on experience with ABB and KUKA industrial robots.

  • Strong electrical fault-finding and maintenance capabilities.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic drawings.

  • Experience with manufacturing processes and industrial presses.

  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Sound understanding of quality systems and technical maintenance practices.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a hands-on, technically strong professional who is confident diagnosing complex faults, maintaining robotic systems and working within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [email protected] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies/ for consideration for future roles.

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