Instrument Technician

PURPOSE

The Instrument Technician is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of process control systems, field equipment and various industrial networks within the plant. This position will provide support to the production team by ensuring the safe & effective functioning of all instrumentation and automated processes.

The role also covers planned maintenance, breakdowns, process control analysis, implementation of new equipment, ownership of instrumentation projects and successful execution of a project. The incumbent will be expected to work overtime and standby as per operational needs. The role also covers the supervision / coaching of subordinates.

MINIMUM ROLE REQUIREMENTS

An N6 / S4 / T3 / NQF 6 Diploma in Instrumentation or a Diploma in Instrumentation and Process Control.

An Instrumentation Trade certificate is advantageous with a T3 or S4 diploma.

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the instrumentation field with extensive experience on PLC’s and/or DCS and SCADA.

A minimum of 2 years exposure/experience as an Instrument Technician.

Supervision / "Captain of the team" experience will be advantageous.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Safety, Health, Environment & Quality: Ensure compliance with MHSA, EMPR and all other statutory requirements

Operations: Maintain and ensure reliability of field instrumentation, control and network system equipment

Quality: Ensure best practice maintenance of all instrumentation and automated systems

Growth: Identify opportunities to improve instrument operations and overall production efficiencies

People: Coach, guide and provide on-the-job training to the team

Stakeholder Liaising & Teamwork: Liaise with key stakeholders related to the organization and coordination of work.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please email your application to ***email_hidden*** with a reference to Instrument Technician in the subject line. By submitting your application, you consent to Thakadu collecting, processing, transmitting and storing your personal information exclusively for the purposes of recruitment and selection at the company. Please verify the accuracy of all information you have submitted. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Thakadu does not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies and/or search firms and will consequently not be held liable for payment of placement and/or search fees.