Process Technician (PLC & SCADA) –TIMBER/FORESTRY

RAVA HUMAN CAPITAL; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human capital firm is seeking a Process Technician in Mthatha. The role involves maintaining electrical instrumentation, conducting fault finding on automation equipment, and ensuring compliance with OHASA standards. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of chipboard manufacturing, PLC and SCADA systems, as well as a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Opportunities for development and teamwork are paramount in this position, which also includes after-hour standby duties.

Qualifications

• 7 years in a similar position.
• Good understanding of processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance on all electrical instrumentation and software programs.
• Fault finding and repair on all automation and drive equipment.
• Perform changes to base documentation i.e. Manuals, P&ID and all instrumentation drawings.
• Develop operating envelopes and assist in compiling and updating procedures.
• Maintain OHASA standards and ensure high levels of housekeeping.
• Identify and inform team leader of any health and safety hazards.
• Perform after-hour standby duty on the plant.

Skills

Extensive knowledge in chipboard manufacturing

PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley & Siemens)

SCADA knowledge

Strong frequency drive knowledge (Allen Bradley & Sew)

Good instrumentation knowledge

Strong problem solving

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Grade 12

Trade test electrician / millwright

N5 or S4 diploma

Job description

Process Technician (PLC & SCADA), Mthatha, Rneg + Ben + Company Housing

• Grade 12
• Trade test electrician / millwright
• N5 or S4 diploma
• 7 years in similar position
• Nb – extensive knowledge & exp in chipboard manufacturing environment
• PLC (Allen Bradley & Siemens) and Scada knowledge
• Strong frequency drive knowledge ( Allen Bradley & Sew)
• Good instrumentation knowledge
• Good understanding of processes
• Strong problem solving
• Dynamic and innovative
• Ability to work in a team environment

Description

• Maintenance on all electrical instrumentation and software programs.
• Fault finding and repair on all automation and drive equipment.
• Perform changes to base documentation i.e. Manuals, P&ID and all instrumentation drawings.
• Develop operating envelopes and assist the production personnel in compiling and updating operating procedures.
• Maintain OHASA standards and ensure high levels of housekeeping.
• Identify and informing team leader of any health and safety hazards in the plant.
• Perform after-hour standby duty on the plant