Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technologist

Our Client, an already established company in the heavy industrial manufacturing industry, is wanting to expand their team. They are looking for a E&I Maintenance Technologist based in Durban. This person will report into the Maintenance Leader and work in the maintenance department.

REQUIREMENTS

1. National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (T3/S4) / Bachelor of Technology advantageous.
2. 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment is required.
3. Have experience, skill, and ability to fault find & have above average knowledge of engineering practice & standards.
4. Able to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions in urgent breakdown situations.
5. Have a high level of teamwork and good communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
2. Liaise with the plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning/administration).
3. Participate in meetings (Engineering, Production, Safety).
4. Provide technical support to engineering and production staff. Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary.
5. Ensure workshop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements.
6. Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules. Maintain safety and housekeeping standards SHE requirements.
7. Ensure that standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and are following OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements.
8. Carry out standby duties.
9. Plant modifications, upgrading, and problem-solving (Projects to Certification).
10. Ensure all requested upgrades/modifications on DCS are implemented.
11. Maintain spare part availability in workshop and production areas. Liaise with procurement to ensure timely availability of spares and equipment.

If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.