Instrumentation and Control Technician

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Sur place; ZAR 165 000 - 248 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive hourly rate

On-site work in Nelspruit region

Supportive work environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an Instrumentation and Control Technician for on-site work in Nelspruit to install, calibrate, maintain, and repair instrumentation and control systems across industrial facilities. You will read P&IDs, diagnose failures, and ensure safe operation of process instrumentation.

You will collaborate with process engineers and operations teams to optimise control strategies, handle alarms promptly, and keep meticulous calibration records while adhering to safety protocols and

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or certification in Instrumentation, Control Systems, or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience as an Instrumentation and Control Technician in an industrial environment.
• Solid understanding of process control principles and control loop tuning.
• Experience with various types of process instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Familiarity with PLC and DCS systems is required.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using calibration equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to strict protocols.
• Willingness to work on-site in the Nelspruit area and respond to urgent calls when necessary.

Responsabilités

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instruments such as transmitters, sensors, control valves, and analyzers.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system failures.
• Read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), electrical schematics, and control loop diagrams.
• Perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Work with PLC and DCS (Distributed Control System) interfaces for instrumentation configuration and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all instrumentation installations and maintenance activities comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Support the commissioning of new instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintain accurate records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to optimize process control strategies.
• Respond to instrumentation-related alarms and issues promptly.

Connaissances

Instrumentation

Control loops

P&IDs reading

Troubleshooting

Calibration tools

PLC & DCS

Safety protocols

On-site readiness

Formation

Technical certification in Instrumentation/Control/Electrical

Outils

PLC & DCS systems

Calibration equipment

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the industrial processing sector based in Nelspruit , is seeking a skilled Instrumentation and Control Technician. This role is vital for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of instrumentation and control systems essential for process efficiency and safety. You will work closely with process engineers and operations teams to ensure accurate measurement and control of critical process variables. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of process instrumentation, control loops, and associated hardware and software. This is a hands-on, on-site position offering the opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of vital industrial facilities in the region. Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining the integrity and performance of our advanced control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instruments such as transmitters, sensors, control valves, and analyzers.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system failures.
• Read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), electrical schematics, and control loop diagrams.
• Perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Work with PLC and DCS (Distributed Control System) interfaces for instrumentation configuration and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all instrumentation installations and maintenance activities comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Support the commissioning of new instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintain accurate records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to optimize process control strategies.
• Respond to instrumentation-related alarms and issues promptly.

Requirements

• A technical qualification or certification in Instrumentation, Control Systems, or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience as an Instrumentation and Control Technician in an industrial environment (e.g., chemical, mining, manufacturing).
• Solid understanding of process control principles and control loop tuning.
• Experience with various types of process instruments (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Familiarity with PLC and DCS systems is required.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using calibration equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to strict protocols.
• Willingness to work on-site in the Nelspruit area and respond to urgent calls when necessary.

Benefits

• This contract position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work with a reputable industrial organization.
• Our client provides a supportive work environment and opportunities to gain experience with a diverse range of instrumentation and control technologies.
• This role is ideal for a skilled technician looking for a challenging and rewarding assignment in the Nelspruit region.
• You will contribute directly to the operational efficiency and safety of critical industrial processes.