Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technologist

Ntice Search Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company in heavy industrial manufacturing is seeking an E&I Maintenance Technologist in Durban. The ideal candidate must have 5 years of experience in instrumentation and electrical fields, exceptional fault-finding skills, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include coordinating manpower, liaising with the engineering team, and providing technical support. A National Diploma in Electrical Engineering is required, with a Bachelor's degree being advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment.
• Ability to work with little supervision and make decisions in urgent situations.
• High level of teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
• Liaise with the plant engineering team on manpower requirements.
• Provide technical support to engineering and production staff.

Skills

Fault finding

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)

Bachelor of Technology

Job description

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

REQUIREMENTS

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate manpower in the workshop.
• Liaise with plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning/administration).
• Participation in meeting (Engineering, Production, Safety).
• Give technical support to engineering and production staff. Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary.
• Ensure Work-shop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements.
• Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules Maintain safety and housekeeping standards SHE requirements.
• Ensure that standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and are following OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements.
• Carry out Standby duties.
• Plant modifications upgrading 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 timeous availability of spares and equipment

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