Instrument Technician

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, calibrate and test field instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Repair and troubleshoot control loops, PLC interfaces, HMIs, VSDs, SCADA signals and instrumentation power supplies.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, predictive checks and calibration verifications.
• Conduct loop checks, signal tracing, fault isolation and diagnostics on process equipment.
• Maintain all instrumentation drawings, loop diagrams, datasheets, and calibration certificates.
• Support engineering with instrumentation modifications, upgrades and new project installations.
• Perform breakdown analysis and contribute to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations.
• Ensure instrument equipment in hazardous/explosive areas complies with statutory standards.
• Compliance to Legislation & Business Systems
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act, Explosives Act and relevant ISO/NOSA standards.
• Maintain statutory documentation and calibration traceability.
• Apply safe work practices including Lock-out/Tag-out and hazardous area procedures.
• Ensure control systems adhere to RDM engineering standards and operating model.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Support
• Work effectively with engineers, operators and maintenance personnel to resolve instrumentation issues.
• Liaise with external service providers for calibrations, repairs and upgrades.
• Participate in technical meetings, providing input on instrumentation performance and failures.
• Train plant personnel on correct use of instrumentation equipment where needed.
• Financial Responsibilities
• Assist in developing cost estimates for instrumentation-related projects or modifications.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through improved reliability and equipment performance.
• Support CAPEX projects related to control systems and instrumentation

• NQF 6 qualification in the Electrical/Instrumentation field or equivalent qualification.
• Trade Test – Instrumentation / Industrial Instrument Mechanician.
• N5 qualification in the Electrical/Instrumentation field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing/processing environment.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs and SCADA systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of hazardous area (Ex) equipment and compliance.
• Computer literate (MS Office, SAP PM advantageous).
• Driver’s license essential.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events