About the position
My client, a leading mining company, is looking for an Instrumentation Technician to join their team in Kathu, Northern Cape, for a long-term contract.
The successful individual will be reporting to the Commissioning Manager, and the purpose of the role is to maintain the reliability and efficiency of maintenance processes by ensuring that instrumentation and control systems operate effectively.
Duties will include, are but not limited to, the following:
Safety, Health and Environment:
- Comply with the health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections, and observations and address issues to demonstrate safety leadership.
- Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where employees can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
- Adhere to safety standards and protocols when working with instrumentation systems.
Performance Delivery
- Instrument Installation and Maintenance
- Install, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain various instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements.
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Identify and troubleshoot issues with instrumentation systems. Use diagnostic tools and techniques to pinpoint problems and implement corrective actions to ensure optimal performance.
- Calibration of Instruments
- Calibrate measurement devices to ensure accuracy and reliability. This involves adjusting instruments to match known standards or references.
- Instrumentation Repair
- Perform repairs on malfunctioning instrumentation equipment. This may involve replacing faulty components, repairing circuits, or reprogramming controllers.
- Control Systems Programming
- Programme and configure control systems to achieve specific process control objectives. This may involve using software to adjust parameters, set setpoints, and optimise control loops.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of instrument calibrations, repairs, and maintenance activities. Provide detailed reports on the status of instrumentation systems and recommend any necessary upgrades or improvements.
- Collaboration with Engineers and Technicians
- Work closely with engineers, other technicians, and maintenance personnel to ensure the seamless integration of instrumentation systems into larger engineering projects. Collaborate on the design and implementation of control strategies
- Training and Support
- Provide training and support to other personnel in the engineering department, especially those who may need assistance in understanding or working with instrumentation systems.
- Stay informed about Technological Advancements
- Keep abreast of technological advancements in instrumentation and control systems. This includes staying informed about new instruments, sensors, and control strategies that can enhance efficiency and accuracy.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 / N3 Technical (required)
- Higher National qualification in Instrumentation & Control / Instrument Mechanician (NQF5 - required)
- PLC and SCADA Programming (preferred)
- 3-5 years of experience in Instrumentation & Control installations and maintenance within the mining industry, with expertise in problem-solving methodologies.
- 3 years of maintenance experience on Siemens PLC and AVEVA System Platform automation systems.
- Understanding of operational processes pertinent to the role.
- Experience in operational drawing/design, preferably within the mining industry.
- Familiarity with documentation, sign-off, and approval procedures.
- Proficiency in risk management techniques and critical control measures.
- Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations, including legislative, statutory, and regulatory standards.
- Own vehicle and valid driver's license
- Technical skills:
- Fault Finding skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting technical drawings.
- Tool handling skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Data collection, analysis, and management for decision-making.
- Proficient in using technology and specific computer programs relevant to the work and team.
Desired Skills:
- instrumentation technician
- contract
- mining
- C&I
- installations
- maintenance
- Siemens PLC
- AVEVA
- Scada
- operational drawings
- documentation
- approval procedures
- risk management
- MHSA
