Blue Chip jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape
- Lesaka TechnologiesCape Town, Western Cape
- The successful candidate will report to the Field Services Manager and will play a key role in delivering onsite technical support, hardware installations,…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
- Kirby Group EngineeringCape Town, Western Cape
- To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
- To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering…
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Field Service Technician – Blue Chip Onsite Support & Hardware Installations
Field Service Technician – Blue Chip Onsite Support & Hardware Installations
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We're Hiring: Field Service Technician – Blue Chip Onsite Support & Hardware Installations, Western Cape
Lesaka Technologies is growing our Field Services team, and we're looking for a dedicated Field Service Technician – Blue Chip Onsite Support & Hardware Installations to join us in the Western Cape.
The successful candidate will report to the Field Services Manager and will play a key role in delivering onsite technical support, hardware installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer assistance across franchise and independent customer sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, customer-focused technician who enjoys working in the field, solving technical challenges, and ensuring technology solutions are deployed and supported to the highest standards.
What You'll Do
As a Field Service Technician, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing onsite technical support for hardware, software, and connectivity-related issues
- Diagnosing and resolving POS, payment device, networking, and peripheral equipment faults
- Performing preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime
- Escalating unresolved issues in line with support procedures and SLA requirements
- Completing service documentation and updating support systems accurately
- Installing, configuring, and commissioning POS hardware, payment devices, printers, scanners, tablets, and networking equipment
- Conducting new store installations and system upgrades
- Performing hardware replacements and equipment refresh activities
- Ensuring all installations comply with company standards and customer requirements
- Conducting post-installation testing and verification to ensure successful deployment
- Delivering professional customer service during onsite visits
- Providing end-user training and operational guidance following installations
- Maintaining strong customer relationships and ensuring a positive customer experience
- Managing customer expectations and providing regular updates on progress and resolutions
- Participating in after-hours and standby support when required
- Assisting with national and regional rollout projects
- Supporting store openings, relocations, hardware upgrades, and technology migrations
- Coordinating with project teams, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project implementation
- Maintaining accountability for company assets and installation equipment
- Ensuring accurate stock control and management of allocated hardware
- Reporting damaged, lost, or defective equipment in line with company processes
- Adhering to company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
- Ensuring all work is completed according to installation standards and best practices
- Conducting site readiness assessments where required
- Maintaining compliance with customer and company audit requirements
✔️ Minimum Requirements
To be considered, you must have:
Grade 12 (Matric)
A valid South African Driver's Licence
Your own reliable vehicle
Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the region
Minimum 2 years' experience in a field service, technical support, or installation environment
Experience installing and supporting POS Systems, Payment Devices, Receipt Printers, Barcode Scanners, Tablets, Mobile Devices, and Network Infrastructure
Experience troubleshooting hardware and software issues
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willingness to work after hours, weekends, and travel when required
Advantageous Qualifications
A+, N+, or equivalent technical certification
Diploma or Certificate in Information Technology, Electronics, Networking, or a related field
POS, Retail Technology, or Payment Solutions certifications
Electrical or structured cabling experience
Retail or hospitality industry experience
Who We're Looking For
Someone who is:
- Customer-focused and service-driven
- Technically confident and solutions-oriented
- Organised and self-motivated
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality workmanship
- Comfortable working independently in the field
- Professional under pressure
- Adaptable and dependable
- Passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences
Preference will be given in support of EE / AA measures.
Working Conditions
- Permanent position based in the Western Cape
- Extensive travel throughout the region
- Standard working hours with operational flexibility required
- After-hours and weekend work may be required
- Participation in standby and on-call support schedules
Key Performance Areas (KPAs)
- Consistent achievement of service level commitments
- Timely response and resolution of customer issues
- Effective diagnosis and resolution during the initial service visit wherever possible
- Successful deployment and commissioning of equipment according to standards
- Professional service delivery and positive customer experience
- Strong customer relationships and communication
- Effective time management and efficient completion of assigned tasks
- High-quality workmanship with minimal rework required
- Adherence to company policies, procedures, and best practices
- Accurate documentation and audit readiness
- Responsible management of company assets and allocated stock
Ready to Join Lesaka Technologies?
Take the next step in your technical career and become part of a dynamic team delivering critical technology solutions to customers across the Western Cape.
If you meet the requirements and are eager to make an impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Don't miss this opportunity — submit your application today or share this role with a talented technician who would be a perfect fit!
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