Instrumentation Technician - Process Control

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng seeks an experienced Instrumentation Technician to install, calibrate, maintain and repair instrumentation and control systems across production processes.

You will handle transmitters, sensors, flow devices, and valves, ensuring calibration, safety compliance, and reliable process control. A minimum of 5 years in industrial instrumentation is expected, with a trade qualification or Diploma in Instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Instrumentation Technician or relevant diploma with instrumentation focus.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial instrumentation and process control.
• Experience with calibration procedures and calibration equipment.
• Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Must reside in or commute to Benoni; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, test and maintain instrumentation including transmitters, sensors, control valves and analyzers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot instrumentation and control system malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Work with DCS/PLC related to instrumentation.
• Interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain records.
• Assist in commissioning of new instrumentation and control systems.
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

P&IDs reading

Process control

Maintenance planning

Education

Diploma/Trade qualification in Instrumentation

Tools

Calibration equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the process industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Instrumentation Technician to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng . This vital role is responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated instrumentation and control systems used in our production processes. You will ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurement devices such as pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, flow meters, and level indicators, as well as the proper functioning of control valves and associated hardware. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in industrial instrumentation, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a meticulous approach to ensuring the integrity of our process control loops. This hands-on position requires a dedicated professional who can work effectively both independently and as part of a larger engineering and maintenance team. You will play a critical role in optimizing process efficiency, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe operating environment. We are committed to employing individuals who are passionate about maintaining high standards of precision and reliability in industrial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, test, and maintain a wide range of industrial instruments, including transmitters, sensors, control valves, and analyzers. Diagnose and troubleshoot instrumentation and control system malfunctions. Perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability. Work with distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) related to instrumentation. Interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and technical manuals. Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards related to instrumentation and hazardous areas. Maintain detailed records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities. Assist in the commissioning of new instrumentation and control systems. Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams regarding instrumentation issues. Contribute to the continuous improvement of instrumentation reliability and process control.

Requirements

Trade Qualification as an Instrumentation Technician, or a National Diploma in Chemical/Process/Electrical Engineering with an instrumentation focus. Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial instrumentation and process control. Proven experience with calibration procedures and the use of calibration equipment. Familiarity with various types of instrumentation (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level, analytical). Experience with control valves and their associated actuators and positioners. Understanding of hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe equipment. Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Must reside in or be able to reliably commute to Benoni, Gauteng . Valid driver's license is required.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, reflecting the specialized skills required for this role. Benefits include a comprehensive medical aid scheme and a provident fund. Opportunities for advanced training and professional development in the latest instrumentation technologies are provided. Our client values a safe and efficient working environment and invests in employee well-being and career growth. This role offers the chance to work with advanced process control systems in a leading industrial facility, contributing to operational excellence.