Instrumentation Technician - Vereeniging

Requirements

• Trade Certificate – controls and instrumentation. • 5 years post trade test related work experiences, preferably within water treatment operations. • N3 / NCV 4- C and I. • Valid code 08 drivers licence. • Extensive Experience on Siemens PLCs and Adroit SCADA software fault finding and programming. • Experience in Profibus fault finding. • Knowledge of appropriate instrumentation principles and practices. • Skills in programmable logic controllers (PLC) / Automation, SCADA, Plant Maintenance and Distributed Control Systems (DCS). • Knowledge of operating principles of plant equipment and system structures, with the ability to troubleshoot systems by utilizing the knowledge of how the system was designed to perform. • Knowledge of operational and safety procedures pertaining to maintenance activities, including safe use of tools and hand tools. • Basic understanding of OHS Act and the application there of. • Must own a vehicle (own transport) and possess a valid driver's license. • Be willing to travel. • Have own accommodation within close proximity. Responsibilities:

• Fault finding on PLC controls, SCADA software and instrumentation equipment as well as software communication issues. • Involvement with small scale software changes and programming of PLC and SCADA systems. • Calibrate temperature, pressure, flow or other characteristics of instruments. • Assemble, disassemble and test parts of instruments, maintain, repair and troubleshoot instrumentation. • Assist with small mechanical work, including valve actuators, switch boxes, and removing/installing. • Audit and maintain spare parts inventory and manage documentation around instruments. • Provide technical and expert advice on general maintenance of all equipment and machines. • Assist in contingency planning and organising of planned outages. • Respond to outages and problems promptly and document root causes. • Minimise engineering related breakdowns and call outs in areas of responsibility. • Ensure all tools and equipment are always maintained in good working condition. • Ensure safety and housekeeping meet the standards as set out in terms of the OHS Act and client requirements. • Execute small programming improvements and projects on the PLC and SCADA. • The position is regional, and the employee will be utilised at plants within the region to conduct C and I work. Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.