Field Instrumentation Technician, Richards Bay — Power Plant

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Paid annual leave

Training & certifications

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of process instruments, sensors, transmitters, valves, and control loops within a power/industrial plant.

You will work with DCS and PLC systems, read P&IDs, and ensure safety and compliance. The position requires a National Diploma or N3 in Instrumentation or related field, plus at least 5 years' experience.

Qualifications

• Requires National Diploma or N3 Certificate in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician in power generation or heavy industry.
• Proficiency with calibration equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with DCS and PLC systems.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to read complex technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, test, and maintain plant instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system faults.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure reliability.
• Read and interpret diagrams, P&IDs, and instrument loop diagrams.
• Work with DCS and PLC systems for diagnostics and basic configuration.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and equipment history.
• Collaborate with operations/maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute to safety culture.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of process instruments, sensors, transmitters, valves, and control loops within a power/industrial plant.

You will work with DCS and PLC systems, read P&IDs, and ensure safety and compliance. The position requires a National Diploma or N3 in Instrumentation or related field, plus at least 5 years' experience.