E&I Maintenance Technologist

NM Staffing Solutions (Pty)Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the Manufacturing sector is seeking an E&I Maintenance Technologist in Durban. The ideal candidate should have a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in instrumentation and electrical fields. Responsibilities include coordinating manpower, collaborating with engineering teams, maintaining safety standards, and managing plant modifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in an instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make good decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
• Liaise with the plant engineering team on manpower planning and administration.
• Ensure compliance with safety and engineering standards.

Skills

Fault finding

Knowledge of engineering standards

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)

Bachelor of Technology

Job description

Our client within the Manufacturing Industry in Durban is looking for an E&I Maintenance Technologist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (T3 / S4) / Bachelor of Technology advantageous

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE :

• 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment is required

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Coordinate manpower in the workshop
• Liaise with plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning / administration)
• Participate in meetings (Engineering, Production, Safety) and provide technical support to engineering and production staff
• Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary
• Ensure workshop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements
• Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards in line with SHE requirements
• Ensure standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and comply with OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements
• Carry out standby duties
• Manage plant modifications, upgrades, and problem solving (Projects to Certification)
• Ensure all requested upgrades/modifications on DCS are implemented
• Maintain spare part availability in workshop and production areas
• Liaise with procurement to ensure timely availability of spares and equipment

MINIMUM CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Experience, skill, and ability to fault find
• Above-average knowledge of engineering practice and standards
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions in urgent breakdown situations
• High level of teamwork and good communication skills