Instrumentation Technician - Vereeniging

SUMMARY:
Our client in water treatment is seeking to employ an Instrumentation Technician to join their team based in Vereeniging.

Exciting Opportunity:
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team where your skills will make an immediate impact and your career can thrive.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: Trade Certificate - controls and instrumentation. 5 years post trade test related work experiences, preferably within water treatment operations. N3 \/ NCV 4- C and I. Valid code 08 drivers licence. Extensive Experience on Siemens PLCs and Adroit SCADA software fault finding and programming. Experience in Profibus fault finding. Knowledge of appropriate instrumentation principles and practices. Skills in programmable logic controllers (PLC) \/ Automation, SCADA, Plant Maintenance and Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Knowledge of operating principles of plant equipment and system structures, with the ability to troubleshoot systems by utilizing the knowledge of how the system was designed to perform. Knowledge of operational and safety procedures pertaining to maintenance activities, including safe use of tools and hand tools. Basic understanding of OHS Act and the application there of. Must own a vehicle (own transport) and possess a valid driver's license. Be willing to travel. Have own accommodation within close proximity. Responsibilities: Fault finding on PLC controls, SCADA software and instrumentation equipment as well as software communication issues. Involvement with small scale software changes and programming of PLC and SCADA systems. Calibrate temperature, pressure, flow or other characteristics of instruments. Assemble, disassemble and test parts of instruments, maintain, repair and troubleshoot instrumentation. Assist with small mechanical work, including valve actuators, switch boxes, and removing\/installing. Audit and maintain spare parts inventory and manage documentation around instruments. Provide technical and expert advice on general maintenance of all equipment and machines. Assist in contingency planning and organising of planned outages. Respond to outages and problems promptly and document root causes. Minimise engineering related breakdowns and call outs in areas of responsibility. Ensure all tools and equipment are always maintained in good working condition. Ensure safety and housekeeping meet the standards as set out in terms of the OHS Act and client requirements. Execute small programming improvements and projects on the PLC and SCADA. The position is regional, and the employee will be utilised at plants within the region to conduct C and I work. Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.