Apprentice Instrumentation Technician

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive apprentice salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Apprentice Instrumentation Technicians in Polokwane. This apprenticeship focuses on calibration, maintenance, and repair of precision instruments used in industrial processes.

You will learn under experienced technicians, gaining hands-on experience with complex systems in a high-demand field. The role emphasizes accuracy and system integrity, with mentorship and a clear training path leading to a recognized qualification as an Instrumentation Technician.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in electronics, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Completed N2 Engineering Studies or equivalent.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in calibration and testing of industrial instruments (pressure gauges, temperature sensors, flow meters).
• Learn to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation systems and control loops.
• Read P&ID diagrams, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation equipment.
• Assist with installation of new instrumentation and control systems.
• Adhere to safety protocols and industry standards.

Skills

Electronics

Control systems

Instrumentation

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

N2 Engineering Studies

Tools

Measurement instruments

Calibration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for inquisitive and detail-oriented individuals to become Apprentice Instrumentation Technicians in Polokwane. This apprenticeship offers a specialized training path in the calibration, maintenance, and repair of precision measuring and control instruments used in industrial processes. You will gain invaluable experience working with complex systems under the guidance of experienced technicians. This is an ideal role for those with a technical mindset seeking a career in a high-demand field that supports critical operations across various industries in the Polokwane region, focusing on accuracy and system integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the calibration and testing of various industrial instruments, including pressure gauges, temperature sensors, and flow meters.
• Learn to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation systems and control loops.
• Read and interpret P&ID diagrams, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on instrumentation equipment.
• Assist with the installation of new instrumentation and control systems.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

• A strong interest in electronics, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Completed N2 Engineering Studies with relevant subjects (e.g., Instrumentation, Electrical) or equivalent.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work accurately and methodically, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Willingness to commit to the apprenticeship duration and training requirements in Polokwane.
• Manual dexterity and comfort working with small components and intricate systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training program leading to a recognized qualification as an Instrumentation Technician.
• Competitive apprentice salary with regular increments.
• Mentorship from expert instrumentation professionals.
• Exposure to cutting-edge industrial control and automation technologies.
• Excellent career progression opportunities in a technically advanced field.