Senior Process Control Technician

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Presencial; ZAR 850.000 - 1.100.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certifications

Career progression

Safety culture

Leave allowance

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Control Technician for a major chemical processing facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot intricate instrumentation and control systems to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role requires an ND in Chemical/Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus 6+ years' hands-on experience with PLCs and DCS, P&IDs, and PSM principles.

Qualificações

• ND in Chemical, Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 6+ years hands-on experience in process instrumentation and control systems.
• Experience with PLCs and DCS; ability to read P&IDs and schematics.
• Knowledge of PSM and safety standards; strong diagnostic skills.
• Willingness to work shifts; valid driver's license.

Responsabilidades

• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation (pressure, temp, flow, level).
• Troubleshoot control system failures and identify root causes.
• Program/Configure PLCs and DCS for process automation.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for instrumentation and control equipment.
• Interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Commission new systems and provide training to operations staff.

Conhecimentos

Instrumentation

PLC programming

DCS systems

Troubleshooting

Reading P&IDs

Team collaboration

Formação

National Diploma in Chemical/Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Technology

Ferramentas

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Honeywell DCS

Emerson DCS

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the chemical processing industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Control Technician to join their operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This critical role focuses on the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sophisticated process control instrumentation and systems that are vital to ensuring efficient and safe production. The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of industrial instrumentation, automation, and control loops, coupled with exceptional diagnostic abilities. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to a large-scale industrial facility, optimize complex processes, and ensure regulatory compliance, all while working with advanced technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system failures, identifying root causes and implementing timely solutions.
• Program and configure Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for process automation.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all instrumentation and control equipment.
• Interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), electrical schematics, and control logic diagrams.
• Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Participate in process hazard analyses (PHAs) and recommend improvements to control strategies.
• Commission new instrumentation and control systems, ensuring they are correctly installed and operational.
• Provide technical support and training to operations personnel on instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance, calibration, and repair activities.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and other technical staff to optimize process performance and reliability.
• Respond to and resolve urgent instrumentation and control system issues to minimize production impact.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Chemical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering Technology, or equivalent trade qualification (e.g., NQF Level 5).
• Minimum of 6 years of hands‑on experience in process instrumentation and control systems within an industrial environment.
• Proven experience with PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell) and DCS (e.g., Honeywell, Emerson).
• In‑depth knowledge of various instrumentation technologies and control loop tuning.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control narratives.
• Strong understanding of process safety management (PSM) principles.
• Experience with hazardous area classifications and intrinsic safety concepts is advantageous.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work shifts or be on standby as required.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, a substantial annual bonus, comprehensive medical aid benefits, and a robust retirement fund. Opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and career progression within a leading industrial group are abundant. This role provides exposure to state‑of-the‑art process control technologies and the chance to work on challenging, large‑scale projects. Employees benefit from a strong safety culture and a supportive work environment. Additional benefits include performance‑based incentives and a generous leave allowance.