Senior Instrumentation Tech: Automation & DCS/PLC Expert

Placements24

Bloemfontein

Hybrid

ZAR 420,000 - 720,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Senior Instrumentation Technician to lead installation, calibration, and maintenance of industrial instrumentation and control systems across critical processes. You will read P&IDs, work with DCS/PLC systems, and ensure safety compliance in a challenging industrial environment.

A trade qualification and 5+ years of experience in an industrial setting are required, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Qualifications

Trade qualification in Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician in an industrial setting.
Proven expertise in calibrating and maintaining various types of industrial sensors and transmitters.

Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of industrial instruments, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system faults, ensuring minimal process disruption.
Read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), electrical schematics, and instrument loop diagrams.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on all instrumentation equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Work with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for system configuration and diagnostics.
Ensure all instrumentation work complies with safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations.
Collaborate with process engineers and operators to optimize instrument performance and identify areas for improvement.
Maintain accurate documentation of all instrumentation activities, including calibration records, maintenance logs, and repair reports.
Respond to urgent instrumentation issues and provide timely and effective solutions.
Train and mentor junior technicians on instrumentation best practices and safety procedures.