Instrument Technician

Implats; Springs; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining and refining sector seeks a qualified PLC Mechanician to ensure plant availability and resolve issues related to instrumentation and control systems. The position involves maintenance responsibilities, plant inspections, and compliance with industry standards, requiring a minimum NQF Level 6 qualification and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in control systems, including SCADA and PLC Networks.
• Medically fit for Platinum Metal Refineries (PMR).
• Excellent calculation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and perform instrumentation maintenance via regular inspections and maintenance.
• Attend HAZOP studies and implement modifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Advanced computer skills

Knowledge of process control systems

Knowledge of HAZOP studies

Education

NQF Level 6 in Instrumentation and Process Control

Tools

Siemens PLC

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To ensure plant availability and adequate systems control to assist operations in meeting production targets by resolving problems in plant instrumentation, PLC hardware/program / SCADA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• NQF Level 6 in Instrumentation and Process Control with an Instrument Mechanician Trade Test is essential.
• External: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in control systems, including SCADA and PLC Networks, is required.
• Internal: 1 year of experience as a PLC Mechanician or internal Instrument Technician.
• Knowledge and experience with the Siemens PLC is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of process control systems, piping, and instrumentation diagrams.
• Knowledge of HAZOP studies and a good understanding of mining/refining and chemical plant processes.
• Excellent calculation, problem-solving, analytical and advanced computer skills.
• Medically fit for Platinum Metal Refineries (PMR)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Control and perform instrumentation maintenance by conducting regular plant inspections, performing consistent plant maintenance, purchasing spares, and maintaining spare levels.
• Implement modifications and renewals by attending HAZOP studies, selecting and purchasing required equipment.
• Install and commission equipment, including PLC commissioning and programming.
• Perform and document calibrations as per ISO standards on relevant equipment.
• Attend to breakdowns and assist instrumentation personnel on technical matters to maintain optimal plant availability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, health, environmental and quality standards/procedures.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EMPLOYEES FROM THE DESIGNATED GROUPS IN LINE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT, THE COMPANY’S RECRUITMENT POLICY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN.

IMPALA PLATINUM LIMITED COMPLIES WITH THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT 4 OF 2013. YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROCESSED IN A LAWFUL, LEGITIMATE, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. BY SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION, YOU GIVE YOUR EXPRESS & INFORMED CONSENT TO PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR RECRUITMENT PURPOSES.