Instrumentation Technician - Potchefstroom

SUMMARY:
Instrumentation Technician - EE/AA Candidates Only

POSITION INFO:

My client a well known and very stable Manufacturing Company based in Potchefstroom, requires a competent and experienced Instrumentation Technician.

This position is reporting to the Manufacturing Manager.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Carry out plant statutory, preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Programming of software to integrate all electrical and pneumatic equipment to operate the facility within the required safety and process conditions (e.g Siemens)
• Calibrating instrumentation control components
• Compiling material and equipment list for installation
• Analyse and interpret electrical/instrumentation drawings
• Handling of spares, material and components
• Assist with panel building, wiring, piping and cabling of equipment
• Assist with panel and cable marking
• Assist with equipment earthing
• Assist with instrumentation design and review activities

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• An in-depth understanding and working knowledge of control and instrumentation activities and drawings
• Experience in implementation of  instrumentation projects and software programming
• Good planning, integration and resources management skills
• Interpersonal skills and ability to effectively collaborate with multiple disciplines both internally and externally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations and report writing
• Computer literacy: MS Word, Excel, Power Point-proficient level (minimum).

 JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum National Diploma Electrical Engineering or N3 with trade test certificate or equivalent NQF level
• 3 years’ experience in a plant manufacturing environment
• Attention to detail, communication, planning and administrative skills
• Siemens S7 Programming (TIA Portal: Step 7 and WinCC)
• Citect Scada and HMI knowledge and experience
• Variable Speed Drives Programming

Please forward your CV in Word Format indicating the following:

1. Your notice period / availability
2. Are you criminal clear?
3. Are you willing to relocate to Potchefstroom
4. A copy of your tertiary qualification/s
5. Your EE/AA Status (Race Group)
6. Where do you reside? 

 

 

 

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