Instrumentation Technician

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diamond processing company in Johannesburg seeks an Instrumentation Technician. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of plant maintenance experience in instrumentation, strong knowledge of PLC and VSD systems, and relevant trade certifications. Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and optimizing control systems. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work in a high-performance team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years plant maintenance experience in instrumentation.
• Experience working with diamond plants, DMS, and recovery circuits is advantageous.
• Clear criminal record required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair control system components.
• Conduct routine inspections and fault finding.
• Program and maintain PLC-based systems.

Skills

PLC programming

VSD knowledge

Instrumentation best practices

Teamwork

Education

N2 plus Trade Certificate with Code 8 licence

T3 / S4 or N6 plus Trade Certificate with Code 10 licence

Job description

Overview

Instrumentation Technician

Be part of a high-performance team ensuring reliable control systems in diamond processing operations

Location: Woodstock, Johannesburg | R80,000 - R90,000 per month | 7:00 – 16:30 + overtime as required

About Our Client

Our client operates in the diamond mining and processing industry, running large-scale facilities equipped with advanced technologies. They are known for their focus on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. With a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, they offer an opportunity to contribute directly to production success while working in a challenging and rewarding environment.

The Role: Instrumentation Technician

As an Instrumentation Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and optimising control system components that drive plant operations. This hands-on role ensures the availability and efficiency of key processing equipment, supporting production targets and overall plant reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 5 years plant maintenance experience in instrumentation (8 years preferred)
• Conduct routine inspections, fault finding, and repairs on control system components
• Install and maintain control systems, valves, and other instrumentation equipment
• Perform planned maintenance, overhauls, and replacements as required
• Analyse blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate repairs and installations
• Program, fault find, and maintain PLC-based systems, VSD drives, and measuring instruments (scales, weighbridges, level detectors, temperature controllers)
• Develop and maintain registers for critical spares and sub-assemblies
• Work closely with maintenance officers to resolve inspection and audit findings
• Ensure accurate documentation, job cards, and spares inventory are maintained
• Uphold strict compliance with safety, health, environmental, and security standards

About You / Qualifications

• N2 plus Trade Certificate with a Code 8 licence (minimum requirement)
• T3 / S4 or N6 plus Trade Certificate with Code 10 licence (advantageous)
• Proven plant maintenance background with strong PLC and VSD knowledge
• Experience working with diamond plants, DMS, and recovery circuits is highly advantageous
• Solid understanding of instrumentation best practices and engineering standards
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Clear criminal record (security / police clearance required)
• Strong teamwork and coaching abilities, with resilience under pressure