Instrumentation Supervisor

Fempower; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the chemical processing sector is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Supervisor to oversee instrumentation maintenance activities and ensure legal compliance with safety regulations. The role involves strategic planning, risk assessments, and managing maintenance personnel. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in related industries and holds necessary qualifications in Instrumentation Engineering. This position is based in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a supervisory role within engineering/maintenance.
• Experience in chemical processing plants or similar industrial environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001/45001/9001 and SIL standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute maintenance activities according to engineering standards.
• Organize and lead instrumentation personnel to ensure compliance.
• Ensure availability of instrumentation systems for operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain safety systems.
• Drive Total Productive Maintenance initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

OHS compliance

CMMS (SAP)

Risk assessment

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

National Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering

Instrumentation Red Seal certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO

Our client, a leading player in the chemical processing sector, is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Supervisor to join their maintenance division. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all instrumentation maintenance activities, ensuring legal compliance with OHS and machinery regulations, and driving plant reliability through strategic planning and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12)
• National Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent/higher
• Instrumentation Red Seal certification

Experience

• 5–10 years in a supervisory/foreman role within engineering/maintenance
• Proven experience in chemical processing plants or similar heavy industrial environments
• Knowledge of Area Classification, SIL standards, and ISO 14001/45001/9001

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the legally appointed OHS representative for all instrumentation works on site
• Plan and execute maintenance activities using CMMS (SAP) in line with engineering standards, OEM guidelines, RCM, 5Why, and RCA methodologies
• Organize and lead instrumentation personnel (Technicians, Artisans, Workshop Controller) to ensure compliance with maintenance strategies and statutory requirements
• Ensure continuous availability of instrumentation systems (Level, Pressure, Flow, Analytical, etc.) for operational use
• Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety protocols, and maintain safety systems to achieve zero Lost Time Injuries
• Collaborate with reliability engineers and other departments to optimize spare parts management and plant availability
• Prepare reports on work execution, breakdown diagnostics, and compliance audits
• Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)