About the position
A supplier and system integrator of online analytical instrumentation, process analytical instruments, and sample conditioning equipment requires the above to assist with project management, equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, servicing, performance testing, fault-finding, and repairs. The role will also involve technical drawing development, tender preparation, quotation compilation, and laboratory management.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- A Matric certificate is essential for this role.
- An N3 Electrical or Instrumentation qualification will be an advantage. (Would prefer an instrumentation person – otherwise will look at electrical) A graduate will be fine for the role – the person does not have to have any experience.
- Previous experience having worked in a technical, electrical, instrumentation, maintenance, or engineering environment will be advantageous.
- The successful candidate must have basic Project Management knowledge or training.
- Must be computer literate. Experience working on AutoCAD and/or MicroStation will be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Assisting with project management, equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, servicing, performance testing, fault-finding, and repairs. The role will also involve technical drawing development, tender preparation, quotation compilation, and laboratory management.
- Assisting with the installation and commissioning of plant and equipment as well as performing routine maintenance and servicing of equipment.
- Conducting performance testing to ensure equipment operates according to required specifications.
- Identifying system faults, troubleshooting problems and carrying out repairs.
- Attending to equipment breakdowns when required as well as assisting with the servicing and performance optimisation of supplied systems.
- Assisting with the planning, coordination and management of allocated projects.
- Monitoring project activities and supporting the completion of work within agreed timelines.
- Developing and updating technical drawings for projects, tenders and operational requirements.
- Using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation to prepare and revise drawings.
- Attending site meetings and conducting site assessments when required.
- Assisting with the compilation and preparation of tenders and requests for quotations (RFQs).
- Preparing quotations for specific works, maintenance, servicing and repairs.
- Ensuring tender and quotation documentation is complete and submitted within required deadlines.
Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.
Desired Skills:
- Trainee Technician
- Draughtsperson
- Junior Electrical Draughtsperson
- Instrumentation Draughtsperson
