Maintenance Practitioner Instrumentation
Samancor · North West
Posted 9 September 2026
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Start free — we apply for you →Job Responsibilities: SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY: Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc. Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.) Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox) Ensure SHEQ compliance within the section through effective use of the toolbox Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status. PEOPLE: Supervise the Team: Ensure an enabling climate/culture Maintain labour stability by minimising labour turnover Labour complement in line with budget Manage performance against set targets and competencies Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly) Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels CUSTOMERS: Ensure Customer Satisfaction Key customers : All Samancor Chrome Stakeholders BUSINESS PROCESSES: Compliance to SHEQ requirements, statutory regulations and adherence to legislation Apply fault finding techniques and root cause analysis Complete work orders, create notifications and provide feedback on SAP Conduct regular plant inspections, identify and rectify inefficiencies Coordinate planned maintenance activities Maintaining instrumentation documentation Design and structure Control System and PLC and SCADA software Perform regular SCADA system backups Ensure all belt scales and density gauges are maintained and calibrated Ensure maximum availability of the control system fibre optic network, leaky feeder communication system & conveyor belt fire monitoring systems Provide inputs to Process Control Assist with capital projects Liaise with other sections and departments Ensure customer satisfaction Conduct and distribute RCFA reports Growth: Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence SHAREHOLDER VALUE: Continuous improvement and cost reduction.