About the position
Instrumentation Technician
Be part of a high-performance team ensuring reliable control systems in diamond processing operations
Location: Woodstock, Johannesburg | R80,000 - R90,000 per month | 7:00 16:30 + overtime as required
About Our Client
Our client operates in the diamond mining and processing industry, running large-scale facilities equipped with advanced technologies. They are known for their focus on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. With a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, they offer an opportunity to contribute directly to production success while working in a challenging and rewarding environment.
The Role: Instrumentation Technician
As an Instrumentation Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and optimising control system components that drive plant operations. This hands-on role ensures the availability and efficiency of key processing equipment, supporting production targets and overall plant reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Minimum 5 years plant maintenance experience in instrumentation (8 years preferred)
- Conduct routine inspections, fault finding, and repairs on control system components
- Install and maintain control systems, valves, and other instrumentation equipment
- Perform planned maintenance, overhauls, and replacements as required
- Analyse blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate repairs and installations
- Program, fault find, and maintain PLC-based systems, VSD drives, and measuring instruments (scales, weighbridges, level detectors, temperature controllers)
- Develop and maintain registers for critical spares and sub-assemblies
- Work closely with maintenance officers to resolve inspection and audit findings
- Ensure accurate documentation, job cards, and spares inventory are maintained
- Uphold strict compliance with safety, health, environmental, and security standards
About You
- N2 plus Trade Certificate with a Code 8 licence (minimum requirement)
- T3/S4 or N6 plus Trade Certificate with Code 10 licence (advantageous)
- Proven plant maintenance background with strong PLC and VSD knowledge
- Experience working with diamond plants, DMS, and recovery circuits is highly advantageous
- Solid understanding of instrumentation best practices and engineering standards
- Computer literacy in MS Office
- Clear criminal record (security/police clearance required)
- Strong teamwork and coaching abilities, with resilience under pressure
Desired Skills:
- N2 plus
- T3/S4
- plant maintenance
Desired Work Experience:
Desired Qualification Level:
