Power Plant Instrumentation Technician – Keep the Grid Running

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Paid leave and uniforms/tools provided

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair instrumentation and control systems at power generation facilities in Bloemfontein. You will install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and document sensors, transmitters and analysers to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Role requires a National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering with 4+ years’ industrial experience, plus PLC/DCS exposure and calibration skills.

Qualifications

• A National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field is required.
• 4+ years’ instrumentation experience in an industrial setting, preferably power generation or process industry.
• Experience with PLC/DCS systems and related communication networks (Profibus, Modbus) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, maintain and repair instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, controllers and analysers.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure readiness.
• Troubleshoot faults in control loops and instrumentation; read P&IDs and drawings to guide maintenance.
• Document maintenance activities and calibration records in CMMS.
• Ensure work adheres to safety procedures and energy sector regulations.
• Maintain safety and reliability of energy infrastructure in Bloemfontein.

Skills

Instrumentation principles

Calibration procedures

PLC/DCS troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Calibration equipment

CMMS

Diagnostic tools

PLC/DCS systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair instrumentation and control systems at power generation facilities in Bloemfontein. You will install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and document sensors, transmitters and analysers to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Role requires a National Diploma or N6 in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering with 4+ years’ industrial experience, plus PLC/DCS exposure and calibration skills.