Instrumentation Technician

Recruiter:

Pillango Placements

Job Ref:

PTA003921/RC

Date posted:

Monday, October 19, 2026

Location:

Carletonville, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Not every Instrumentation Technician gets to work on heavy-duty drilling rigs. If you enjoy solving complex technical problems where accuracy, safety and reliability really matter, this could be your kind of challenge.

POSITION INFO:
Join an established, technology-driven mining and drilling operation specialising in advanced drilling equipment and mine development solutions. This is a hands-on role supporting the reliability and performance of sophisticated rig instrumentation and control systems.

What you'll be doing

Install, commission, calibrate and maintain instrumentation on raise bore and drilling rigs.
Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, sensors, transmitters and electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls.
Diagnose breakdowns, investigate recurring faults and minimise equipment downtime.
Test safety-critical instruments, trips and interlocks.
Maintain accurate calibration records, maintenance reports and CMMS job cards.
Work closely with site operations and engineering teams while maintaining strict safety standards.

What you'll need

Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science, plus N3 Electrical / Instrumentation.
Qualified Instrument Mechanician with a valid Section 13 / 26D Red Seal trade test.
3–5 years' post-trade experience in mining, drilling, construction or heavy industry.
Practical experience with PLC control systems, instrumentation calibration, hydraulics and fault-finding.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics and hydraulic circuits.
Valid Code B / EB driver's licence, mining medical fitness and willingness to travel between sites.

Advantageous
Experience with raise boring or drilling rigs, PLC programming, a Wireman's Licence, N6 / National Diploma or CMMS systems.

Why this role?
Exposure to specialised drilling technology, varied site environments, independent technical problem-solving and potential progression into senior technical, supervisory or control systems roles.

Working Conditions
Site-based work, regular travel and shifts, including standby and breakdown call-outs where required.

Salary
If you're confident that you fit the role, let's chat! The salary is open for discussion. It will be market related based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

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