Industrial Instrument Technician – Calibration & Maintenance

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced Industrial Instrument Technician to join our client’s plant operations team in Sandton, Gauteng. You will install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot transmitters, gauges, control valves and analytical devices to ensure safe, efficient process control.

The role requires a trade qualification in Instrumentation or related field, 5+ years’ experience in process industries, and familiarity with DCS/PLC systems, safety standards, and calibration tools.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Instrumentation or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as Industrial Instrument Technician in a process industry.
• Experience with calibration equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of DCS/PLC systems related to instrumentation.
• Understanding of hazardous area classifications and intrinsic safety concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation faults with minimal disruption to plant operations.
• Work with control valves, positioners, and associated pneumatic/electric actuators.
• Perform loop checks and system diagnostics to verify instrument functionality.
• Interpret instrument drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Ensure all instrumentation work complies with safety regulations, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operations personnel to optimize instrument performance.
• Maintain accurate records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Calibration techniques

Troubleshooting

Process control

Education

Trade qualification in Instrumentation

Tools

DCS/PLC systems

Job description

Placements24 invites an experienced Industrial Instrument Technician to join our client’s plant operations team in Sandton, Gauteng. You will install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot transmitters, gauges, control valves and analytical devices to ensure safe, efficient process control.

The role requires a trade qualification in Instrumentation or related field, 5+ years’ experience in process industries, and familiarity with DCS/PLC systems, safety standards, and calibration tools.