Industrial Equipment Calibration Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Port Elizabeth location onsite support

Professional development and training

Health and leave provisions

Diverse manufacturing exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Equipment Calibration Specialist in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will calibrate pressure gauges, sensors, flow meters, and electrical test equipment, maintain calibration records, and ensure ISO 9001/17025 compliance.

This hybrid role involves on-site work at our Port Elizabeth facility with occasional field calibrations to support client needs. You will apply metrology principles, use calibration software, and collaborate with QA and production teams

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in industrial equipment calibration.
• Solid understanding of metrology principles and calibration techniques.
• Experience with calibration software and record-keeping databases.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 17025 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate a wide range of industrial equipment (pressure gauges, sensors, flow meters, scales, electrical test gear).
• Develop and implement calibration procedures and schedules per ISO/standards.
• Maintain complete calibration records, certificates, logs and traceability docs.
• Ensure calibration activities use traceable standards and calibrated equipment.
• Identify out-of-calibration equipment and trigger corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot calibration equipment and recommend repairs or replacements.
• Assist in selection and procurement of new calibration tools.
• Stay updated on calibration techniques and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with QA and production to address calibration issues.
• Conduct internal audits of calibration processes and equipment.
• Perform on-site calibration tasks as required.

Skills

Metrology

Calibration techniques

Documentation

Traceability

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

NTC/N3/Equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Technical qualification in metrology or calibration

Tools

Calibration software

Databases/Records systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Industrial Equipment Calibration Specialist. This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all measuring and testing equipment used in our production and quality control processes. You will be responsible for performing regular calibrations, maintaining calibration records, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of metrology principles, experience with a variety of calibration tools and techniques, and a commitment to upholding the highest levels of quality assurance. This position involves both on-site calibration work at our Port Elizabeth facility and potential field visits to support specific client needs or inter-site calibration requirements, hence the hybrid nature.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibration of a wide range of industrial equipment, including but not limited to pressure gauges, temperature sensors, flow meters, scales, and electrical test equipment.
• Develop and implement calibration procedures and schedules in accordance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 17025).
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive calibration records, including certificates, logs, and traceability documentation.
• Ensure all calibration activities are performed using traceable standards and calibrated equipment.
• Identify and report any equipment found to be out of calibration, initiating corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot minor issues with calibration equipment and recommend repairs or replacements.
• Assist in the selection and procurement of new calibration equipment.
• Stay updated on the latest calibration techniques, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and production teams to address calibration-related issues.
• Conduct internal audits of calibration processes and equipment.
• Perform on-site calibration tasks as required, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Requirements

• A relevant technical qualification (e.g., NTC, N3, or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial equipment calibration.
• Solid understanding of metrology principles and calibration techniques for various types of instruments.
• Experience with calibration software and databases for record-keeping.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 17025 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and calibration standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for business needs.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing or related industries is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work in a key industrial hub of Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Professional development and training opportunities in metrology.
• Contribution to a company focused on quality and reliability.
• Stable work environment with a commitment to employee growth.
• Standard company benefits including health and leave provisions.