Industrial Electronics & Instrumentation Technician (Hybrid)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave policies

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Industrial Electronics and Instrumentation Technician to ensure accurate measurement, control, and monitoring of industrial processes through calibration, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated instrumentation.

You will work with sensors, transmitters, control valves and PLC/HMI systems, engaging in calibration, diagnostics, and troubleshooting while maintaining safety standards and documenting activities; hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related field (e.g., NTC, S4).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial instrumentation and control systems maintenance.
• Proficiency in calibrating and troubleshooting various types of sensors, transmitters, and control valves.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, microprocessors, and digital/analog signal processing.
• Experience with PLC systems and HMI interfaces is highly advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in industrial environments, particularly hazardous areas.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Willingness to work on-site in Benoni, Gauteng and adapt to a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of industrial instruments, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic control systems, PLCs, and associated hardware.
• Perform routine checks and diagnostics on instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Configure and program instrumentation using HART communicators, software interfaces, and other tools.
• Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in the implementation of new instrumentation projects and system upgrades.
• Maintain detailed records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operators to optimize process control.
• Respond to urgent calls for troubleshooting and repair of critical instrumentation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NTC/S4

Tools

PLC systems

HMI interfaces

HART communicators

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Industrial Electronics and Instrumentation Technician to ensure accurate measurement, control, and monitoring of industrial processes through calibration, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated instrumentation.

You will work with sensors, transmitters, control valves and PLC/HMI systems, engaging in calibration, diagnostics, and troubleshooting while maintaining safety standards and documenting activities; hybrid work model offered.