INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN TRADE QUALIFIED /EAST LONDON

Work Africa; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in East London is seeking a qualified Instrumentation Technician to manage the maintenance and repair of electrical systems. Ideal candidates will have a Trade Tested Electrician qualification with instrumentation specialization, 5+ years of industry experience, and strong PLC fault-finding skills. The role demands effective problem-solving and compliance with health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Market-related salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-trade experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with preventive maintenance to ensure plant efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance on production machinery.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure plant efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with the OHS ACT and company safety protocols.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Knowledge of health and safety standards

Education

Trade Tested Electrician with Instrumentation specialization

N6 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley

Mitsubishi

SCADA systems

Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)

Job description

TRADE QUALIFIED INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN/EAST LONDON –. Must have experience in the Manufacturing Industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems across the plant. This role plays a key part in ensuring uninterrupted production, energy efficiency, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications & Minimum Requirements

Trade Tested Electrician with an Instrumentation specialization (Red Seal preferred).

N6 in Electrical Engineering preferable

Minimum 5 years’ post-trade experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Solid knowledge of PLC programming and fault finding (preferably Siemens, Allen Bradley, ABB, Delta, Mitsubishi, Schneider, B&R, Bosch Rexroth)

Strong problem-solving skills

Passion for electrical systems and automation

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Proficient in electrical fault-finding, panel wiring, and motor control systems

Familiarity with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and SCADA systems is advantageous

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams

Knowledge of health and safety standards in an industrial setting

Ability to work shifts, overtime, and standby as operationally required

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a team

Primary Responsibilities

Perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance on production machinery.

Install, repair, and calibrate sensors, PLCs, drives, and automated systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve breakdowns with minimal downtime.

Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure plant efficiency.

Assist with control system upgrades and continuous improvement projects.

Ensure compliance with the OHS ACT, company safety protocols and electrical standards

Salary: Market related (depending on experience)

Application Process: Online applications receive priority, alternatively e-mail CV, and a recent head & shoulder photo to , Use “INSTRUMENTTECH”as a reference in the subject heading. If you don’t hear from us within 4 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful