Industrial Instrumentation Technician – Automation

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and pension

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks an Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instruments and control systems for reliable process measurement and safety. You will work with sensors, transmitters, PLCs, and DCS to support efficient operations.

The role requires a NDip or related trade certificate and at least 3 years of hands-on experience, with willingness to work shifts and overtime as needed. Safety and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• NDip or equivalent in instrumentation or related field.
• 3+ years hands-on experience as an Instrumentation Technician.
• Knowledge of PLC/DCS systems advantageous.
• Ability to read P&IDs and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and repair hardware/software.
• Read P&IDs, wiring diagrams and specs.
• Ensure safety compliance and document maintenance activities.
• Support maintenance strategies and calibration records.

Skills

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Calibration

PLC/DCS

Education

NDip in Instrumentation

Trade Certificate

Tools

PLC

DCS

Calibration equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks an Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain industrial instruments and control systems for reliable process measurement and safety. You will work with sensors, transmitters, PLCs, and DCS to support efficient operations.

The role requires a NDip or related trade certificate and at least 3 years of hands-on experience, with willingness to work shifts and overtime as needed. Safety and accuracy are essential.