Skilled and semi skilled Automation Electrician

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About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on electrician with a couple of years’ practical experience who wants to apply their skills in agriculture and technology. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working on-site, and being part of a growing company making an impact in climate-smart farming.

As part of our Technical Team, you will primarily focus on the installation of greenhouse automation systems, with secondary responsibilities for maintaining existing systems and supporting the workshop in preparing equipment for new projects.

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Who We Are

AgriLogiq is an exciting, innovative, and award-winning company in the agri-tech sector, specialising in automation for greenhouses and poly-tunnels. Founded in 2020, we design and deliver irrigation, fertigation, and climate control solutions that bring farming structures to life.

From energy-efficient natural ventilation through to high-tech data and AI-driven systems, we provide end-to-end solutions across IoT, hardware, and software. Our mission is to help farmers increase yields, reduce costs, and farm more sustainably.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install new greenhouse automation systems on customer sites
• Test and prepare equipment before it leaves the workshop
• Maintain and support existing systems for customers
• Assist with in-house assembly, procurement, and testing when needed
• Ensure site tools and spares are properly checked and maintained
• Act as a point of contact for customers during installations and support
• Keep accurate maintenance reports and documentation
• Travel locally and occasionally internationally for installations and support

What We’re Looking For

Experience

• 2+ year as a qualified electrician OR 3+ years in an electrical, FMCG, or related sector
• Knowledge of motors, gearboxes, pumps, and fans
• Proven ability to follow safety guidelines and work responsibly on-site
• Customer-facing experience and ability to represent the company professionally

Education, Training & Competencies

• Electrician or Millwright trade certificate (essential)
• Good IT literacy (MS Office, spreadsheets, documentation)
• Solid understanding of electrical circuits: 3-phase, high voltage AC (400V/230V), low voltage AC/DC (24V)

Advantageous Skills (not required but a plus):

• Basic knowledge of communication protocols such as LoRa & Modbus
• Exposure to PLC & SCADA systems
• Basic mechanical assembly and/or AutoCAD

Skills, Characteristics & Abilities

• Strong customer service focus and good communication skills (verbal & written)
• Valid driver’s licence and passport, based in Cape Town with own transport
• Willingness to travel locally & internationally as needed
• Physically able to lift up to 30 kg and work at heights
• Ability to work independently and in teams under pressure to meet deadlines
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving ability
• A clean criminal record

Job Type: Permanent

Work Location: In person