Instrumentation Technician

SGS; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global testing and certification company in Gauteng is seeking an Instrumentation Technician. The role involves maintaining and repairing laboratory instruments in Geochem laboratories. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, a diploma in electronics, and strong communication skills. A valid driver's license is also required. This position offers the chance to work in a leading firm committed to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience working with analytical instrumentation, ideally including repair and maintenance.
• Valid driver’s License is required.
• Familiarity with Lab Equipment and ICT Machines.
• Basic understanding of Machinery Software.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance and repair of Lab Instruments in Geochem laboratories.
• Ensure adherence to scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Assist with planned technical audits/evaluations of Geochem operations.
• Perform relevant technical training to new/existing staff.

Skills

Strong knowledge of instruments and equipment

General hand tools and basic equipment use

Knowledge in electrical installations and circuits

Knowledge in mechanical equipment

Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to solve high impact problems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to travel when required

Education

Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics

Job description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all Lab Instruments equipments within Geochem laboratories.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair all instruments at the Geochem Laboratories.
• Installs and optimizes hardware/software/network products and configurations.
• Routinely inspecting electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems on the instruments.
• Performs maintenance and repairs activities associated with troubleshooting/fault finding.
• Diagnoses and resolves instruments performance problems
• Proactively responds to potential equipment issues to prevent unplanned interruption
• Ensure adherence to scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Develop and itemize the critical spare list with Maintenance manager.
• Assist with carrying out planned technical audits/evaluations of Geochem operations, compiling action plans and the execution of action plans to rectify audit findings.
• Perform relevant technical training to new/existing staff at Geochem operations where required.
• Ensuring compliance to local and group standards of HS for Geochem operations by assisting during technical audits.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct manager.
• Accountable for time keeping and material recorded on job request document.
• Be available for call outs and standby duties.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics
• 5 years of experience working with analytical instrumentation, ideally including repair and maintenance
• Valid driver’s License
• Familiarity with Lab Equipment and ICT Machines
• PLC recommended.
• Basic understanding of Machinery Software
• Additional experience and qualifications above the minimum requirements will be to the applicant’s advantage.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of the instruments and equipment.
• General hand tools and basic equipment use.
• Knowledge and experience in electrical – advanced electrical installations and circuits.
• Knowledge and experience in mechanical equipment.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to solve, high impact problems related to machine availability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel when required.
• A valid driver\'s license is required for this position.