Instrumentation Technician (x2)

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POSITION INFO:

A leading manufacturing and processing company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking 2 Instrument Technicians to join its maintenance team at a high-performance production facility. This role will focus on ensuring the reliability, calibration, fault-finding, and installation of advanced instrumentation systems within a complex industrial network.

Requirements:

•  Matric (Grade 12)
• Trade Test in Instrumentation (N6 / T3 / S4 Light Current)
• 3 - 5 years experience in a mechanical and technical instrumentation environment
• Experience with DCS Systems (Siemens PCS7 preferred, but not essential)
• Proficiency in Computer Literacy & Instrumentation Software
• Valid Code B Driver’s License & Own Transport (Required for Standby Duties)
• Willingness to work overtime when required

Key Responsibilities:

• Instrumentation System Reliability: Develop and execute maintenance programs to ensure optimal system performance
• Technical Drawing & Programming: Oversee and prepare complex drawings and programming codes for instrumentation systems
• Fault Finding & Calibration: Conduct advanced diagnostics, repairs, and calibrations to maintain system accuracy
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure specifications and industry standards are adhered to during installations and maintenance
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze and eliminate recurring instrumentation errors by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions
• Technical Leadership: Provide expert guidance and knowledge-sharing for decision-making processes and planning
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, and system modifications.