Instrumentation Technician - Remote Operations

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Equipment provision

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Technician to join its remote operations team, supporting energy facilities nationwide. This role focuses on monitoring, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems from a remote setting, ensuring safety and reliability of critical assets.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience, with proficiency in SCADA, PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell), and DCS.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation, Control, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as an Instrumentation Technician in energy/process industries.
• Proficiency with SCADA, PLC programming, and DCS.

Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor and diagnose instrumentation and control systems.
• Perform virtual calibration and configuration of sensors, transmitters, and actuators.
• Analyze system performance data and recommend optimizations.
• Provide remote support and troubleshooting to on-site teams.
• Maintain records of remote maintenance activities and system performance.
• Collaborate with engineering on upgrades and modifications.

Skills

Remote diagnostics

SCADA systems

PLC programming

DCS

Analytical thinking

Time management

Independent worker

Education

National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation, Control, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

SCADA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Technician to join their remote operations team, supporting energy facilities across various locations. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for the monitoring, calibration, and maintenance of critical instrumentation and control systems remotely, ensuring optimal performance and safety of our energy assets. This role requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of industrial automation and a passion for maintaining high operational standards in the energy sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor and diagnose issues with instrumentation and control systems .
• Perform virtual calibration and configuration of sensors, transmitters, and actuators.
• Analyze system performance data and recommend optimization strategies.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting assistance to on-site field teams.
• Maintain accurate records of all remote maintenance activities and system performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on system upgrades and modifications.

Requirements

• National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation, Control, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician in the energy or process industry .
• Proficiency with SCADA systems, PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell), and DCS .
• Strong understanding of calibration procedures and standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for remote diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Company-provided equipment and remote work support.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge energy technology .
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.