South Africa: Instrumentation Technician

Reporting to the Automation Engineer, this role safeguards plant availability through precise maintenance, rapid fault identification, and disciplined adherence to instrumentation standards. You will work across advanced automation systems, supporting PLCs, HMIs, SCADA platforms, analysers, drives, weighing systems, and communication networks. Success requires strong technical acumen, the ability to interpret and update engineering drawings, and the discipline to maintain software integrity, calibration accuracy, and SAP-driven maintenance processes. The role further demands a safety-first mindset, structured documentation practices, and the capacity to guide assistants and learners. Requirements Matric plus a recognised Instrumentation Technical Qualification S4/N6 with ±3 years experience in heavy industry or process environments PLC/HMI programming & fault-finding on PCS7, ABB 800xA and Siemens (S7-300/1200/1500) SCADA (WinCC), gas/emissions analyser maintenance, weighing systems, and VSD commissioning (SEW, WEG, Siemens, ABB) Strong understanding of ASI, Profibus, Ethernet and industrial communication networks SAP experience is advantageous “Looking for a role that aligns with your package expectations, job level, or industry expertise? Apply now via our career portal: