Maintenance Engineer II

ZA01 Innovative Water Care SA Holding (Pty) Ltd; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical & vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Solenis is seeking an Instrumentation Technician in Kempton Park, Gauteng to perform instrumentation work across plant, workshop or other Solenis facilities during production/operation processes without direct supervision, ensuring instrumentation and control are in good condition to supply the sales team with the correct product on time and within specification.

The role requires a trade test and 3–5 years post-qualification experience, plus hands-on industrial plant knowledge, with reporting

Qualifications

• Instrumentation Trade Test is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, program, repair and calibrate process instrumentation and pneumatic equipment.
• Field instrumentation, hardware installation, racking and cabling.
• Calibration, standardizing, and commissioning packaging systems.
• Programming and coding on PLCs and DCS; HMI design.
• Plan work and solve problems; enforce safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Self-starter

Hands-on Industrial Plant Knowledge

Experience: 3-5 years

Education

Instrumentation Trade Test

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Varispeed Inverters

HMI Design

Job description

Location

Kempton Park, Gauteng

Department

Maintenance

Vacancy

Instrumentation Technician

Reporting To

Instrumentation Manager

Minimum Qualification

Instrumentation Trade Test

Role Summary

Role Purpose: Perform any Instrumentation work allocated by the Instrument manager, carry out minor and major tasks in the plant, workshop or at any other Solenis facility during production / operation processes without direct supervision to ensure the plant instrumentation and control is in good condition to supply the sales and marketing team with the correct product on time and within specification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, program, repair and calibrate all process instrumentation and pneumatic equipment
• Field instrumentation
• Hardware installation
• Racking and cabling
• Calibration and standardizing
• Commissioning Packaging systems
• Coding and batch printing
• Auto fillers
• Pneumatics
• Ethernet IP
• Robotic systems ETC.
• Software on PLC and DCS
• Programming and coding
• HMI design
• Installation
• Backups
• Industrial Ethernet networks
• Manage Asset Centre
• Function Block / Ladder logic on Siemens and Allen Bradly PLC’s and Varispeed frequency inverters
• May coach and instruct other team members
• Reporting of all equipment / plant deviations
• Plan work and solve problems
• Enforce safety, quality and housekeeping through ongoing communication
• Assist in technical queries
• Adhoc duties as requested by any senior employee
• Perform standby and overtime duties as per Solenis policies.

Minimum Critical Requirements, Knowledge & Skills

• Basic Computer skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Trade test Certificate N3 minimum
• Own transport and valid driver license
• Self-starter
• Hands-on Industrial plant knowledge
• Minimum 3-5 years post qualification experience

Attitude

• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Eagerness to learn new skills.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and respond in a professional and logical manner.
• Creativity and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About Solenis

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.