Apprentice Instrumentation Technician

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

Competitive stipend

Mentorship

Industrial technology exposure

Career pathway

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking dedicated individuals to train as Apprentice Instrumentation Technicians. The program covers installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of control systems and measuring instruments used in industrial processes.

You will learn to work with sophisticated equipment, understand process control logic, and support critical systems in Gauteng. The apprenticeship offers a structured pathway with theoretical and practical training, mentorship from experienced

Qualifications

• A strong aptitude for electronics, mechanics, and problem-solving.
• Interest in industrial automation and control systems.
• Ability to work with precision and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undergo rigorous technical training.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians in installing and commissioning instrumentation and control systems.
• Learn to calibrate various types of instruments, including pressure, temperature, and flow meters.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on instrumentation hardware and software.
• Read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures related to instrumentation work.
• Document all maintenance activities, calibration results, and repairs performed.

Skills

Electronics aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Role Our client in the Sandton area seeks dedicated individuals to train as Apprentice Instrumentation Technicians . This role focuses on the installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of control systems and measuring instruments used in industrial processes. You will learn to work with sophisticated equipment, understand process control logic, and ensure the accurate functioning of critical systems. This apprenticeship offers a fantastic entry point into a highly technical field with significant career potential in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians in installing and commissioning instrumentation and control systems.
• Learn to calibrate various types of instruments, including pressure, temperature, and flow meters.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on instrumentation hardware and software.
• Read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and electrical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures related to instrumentation work.
• Document all maintenance activities, calibration results, and repairs performed.

Requirements

• A strong aptitude for electronics, mechanics, and problem-solving.
• Interest in industrial automation and control systems.
• Ability to work with precision and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undergo rigorous technical training.
• Proximity to Sandton is preferred.

Benefits

• Structured apprenticeship program with theoretical and practical training.
• Competitive starting stipend.
• Mentorship from experienced Instrumentation Technicians.
• Exposure to advanced industrial technology.
• Career pathway into specialized fields of automation and control.