Field Instrumentation Technician – Industrial Plants

JVR Software; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in Gauteng seeks an experienced electrical/instrumentation technician to support industrial plants and machine installations. You will install, terminate and test electrical wiring, connect sensors and I/O devices, and work with 24 VDC control circuits alongside automation specialists.

Responsibilities include fault finding, commissioning, and documenting as-built information while adhering to safety standards. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• The following qualifications or credentials will be advantageous:

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate and test industrial electrical wiring.
• Install and connect sensors and I/O devices.
• Work with 24 VDC control circuits and instrumentation signals.
• Install RS-485 and industrial Ethernet cabling as required.
• Conduct continuity testing and verify field connections.
• Label, test and document wiring and field connections.
• Assist with fault-finding and commissioning with automation staff.
• Assist with control-panel wiring changes within qualification limits.
• Ensure work complies with site safety and standards.
• Provide basic as-built information after installation/modification.
• Collaborate with engineers and automation specialists on site.

Skills

Electrical install

Instrumentation wiring

PLC installations

Signal tracing

Fault finding

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification

National certificate

Certifications

Tools

Industrial Ethernet

RS-485 cabling

Job description

JVR Software in Gauteng seeks an experienced electrical/instrumentation technician to support industrial plants and machine installations. You will install, terminate and test electrical wiring, connect sensors and I/O devices, and work with 24 VDC control circuits alongside automation specialists.

Responsibilities include fault finding, commissioning, and documenting as-built information while adhering to safety standards. Travel to client sites may be required.