Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technologist

Ntice Search Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heavy industrial manufacturing sector in Durban is seeking an E&I Maintenance Technologist to enhance their team. The role involves coordinating workshop manpower and ensuring compliance with engineering safety standards while supporting production operations. Ideal candidates will have substantial electrical and instrumentation experience, demonstrating strong teamwork and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fault finding

Knowledge of engineering practice & standards

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)

Bachelor of Technology

Job description

Our Client, an already established company in 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

• 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.